tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15047140729475554602017-09-06T02:45:14.647+01:00Nikita BataviaNikita Batavianoreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-38525777038379954502016-02-10T07:00:00.000+00:002016-02-10T07:00:08.288+00:00Drugstore Contour Kits<div style="text-align: center;">Hello Beauties,</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YQeOpmySn9Y/VrnpEN4ZSII/AAAAAAAAOCU/iSaZfzn6lYA/s1600/IMG_5696.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YQeOpmySn9Y/VrnpEN4ZSII/AAAAAAAAOCU/iSaZfzn6lYA/s320/IMG_5696.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I'm sure you're all aware of the contour trend that took the makeup world by storm, since it was revealed as the Kardashian fave.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love contouring as a way to define my face shape (although round is a shape, it's not the one I favour) and have a comparison of 3 kits for you today. You'll also be pleased to know that these are all from Boots, making them affordable and easy to get a hold of.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The first one I tried and clearly the most used, is the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Barry-M-Chisel-Cheeks-Contour-Kit-7-5g_1655085/" target="_blank">Barry M Chisel Cheeks Kit</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£6.49)</i></span>. This has a matte, cream highlight shade, a warm medium brown and a darker cooler brown; both matte aswell. As you can probab;y tell from the picture, I'm not as keen on the highlight shade as I am on the darker colours, but I have found that it makes a great eyeshadow for an easy one sweep shade. The 2 brown shades are perfect for contouring, and I mainly use this palette for an evening look as the shades are so pigmented and very dark! My favourite way to use these shades is to swipe along the areas that I want to contour with the darkest, cool toned brown and then blend it out with the warmer brown. These powders are seriously pigmented, so you really want to use a tiny amount and build if necessary.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Next up is the <a href="https://www.boots.com/en/Maybelline-Master-Sculpt-Contouring-64g_1685065/" target="_blank">Maybelline Master Sculpt Contour Kit</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£6.99)</i></span>. This comes in 2 shades; Light/Medium and Medium/Dark, which is nice for people with all different skintones. The brown in here is a nice cool tone that works really well for contouring. It also comes with a brush and a mirror underneath, so it's also one that is great for travelling. Now, I usually throw these types of brushes out, because I don't find that they do much, but the brush that comes with these powders is so good and if you have it, please don't disregard the brush! I have found that it is PERFECT for giving a really sharp contour under the cheeks and along the sides of the nose, which can then be blended out. I don't find the powders in here as pigmented as the Barry M ones, which may sound like a bad thing, but it's actually great for beginners or for a more subtle look and is also much easily layered. The highlight shade is slightly shimmery and is a nice powder, but it's slightly too cool toned for me and so doesn't get much loving.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The last palette that I have, is the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/NYX-Highlight-Contour-Pro-Palette_1770453/" target="_blank">NYX Highlight and Contour Pro Palette</a>&nbsp;<i><span style="color: blue;">(£18.00)</span></i>. It's slightly on the expensive side, but it has every shade you could possibly want in a contour kit. It comes with 4 contour colours and 4 highlight colours to suit pretty much every skintone. This palette is very new to my collection, but I was interested in seeing how it compared to the previous 2, as I've grown to love them so much. I have to say, this palette is amazing for contouring and highlighting, and it's simply because of the variety of shades you get and the quality of them. They blend really nicely on the skin, and you can also mix shades if you find one too warm, too cool, too light or too dark. As I said, this is the newest addition to my collection, so this is really a first impression, but I will keep you updated with how it holds up in the future.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Overall, I do love my NYX palette, for the fact that it has all the shades I would need to contour and highlight in one place. However, it is quite pricey for a drugstore brand and if you are new to contouring or just want to try it out, then I think I would recommend the Maybelline kit, as it comes in 2 shades, to suit different skintones and also with a mirror and brush and small enough for popping into your handbag. You could buy both shades of the Maybelline Kit and it would still cost less than the NYX palette (food for thought)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I hope you liked this post! Have you tried any of these kits, or been thinking of trying any of the above?</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Thank you for reading</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Nikita x</div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-22303561545154202292016-02-04T07:00:00.000+00:002016-02-04T14:05:15.307+00:00Colourpop Liquid Lipsticks - Swatches/ Review / UK Shipping<div style="text-align: center;">Hello Beauties</div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I'm so excited to share this post with you, because these are some of my FAVOURITE products that I own.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hy9yEnn7K3s/VrHh-g_oUvI/AAAAAAAAOBI/u9lHIVaF9Qk/s1600/IMG_5731.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hy9yEnn7K3s/VrHh-g_oUvI/AAAAAAAAOBI/u9lHIVaF9Qk/s320/IMG_5731.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Since last year, I grew quite obsessed with wanting to find the ultimate matte, long lasting lip colour that I could wear all day without worrying about touch ups (mainly because I get quite lazy with it) and I am so pleased that I have found that in these <a href="https://colourpop.com/product-category/lips/ultra-matte-lip/" target="_blank">Colourpop Ultra Matte Lips</a>. They retail for $6 and can only be bought via their website.&nbsp;</div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">These are an American brand that unfortunately don't ship to the UK, which is such a shame. I ordered mine through comGateway, which is a website that allows you to order products from American websites and ships them to the UK for you.&nbsp;</div></div><div><br /></div><div><h3><u>Shipping to the UK: How it works</u></h3></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">When you sign up to the website, you are given a US address to ship your items to. This is actually just a company warehouse (I think). When the items have been delivered from the company of your choice to 'your US address', you will receive an email, where you will be prompted to have the package shipped to your UK home.&nbsp;</div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One good thing is that you don't get charged anything until you choose to courier the package from your US address to your UK address. However, sometimes you will recieve the email, only to be told that some, most or all of your items are not in stock and therefore, could not be sent to your US address. The time it takes to reach your US address can vary quite a bit, I find. I've placed a couple of orders through <a href="http://comgateway.com/" target="_blank">comGateway</a> now and the first package took 2 week from the time I placed my order to arriving in the UK and the second package took just over 4 weeks.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">It's quite easy to get a little frustrated and stressed that your package might have got lost somewhere in the US, but again, you're not to worry, as you haven't been charged for anything yet. The customs and delivery charges are all worked out when you place the order, so I was not hit by any extra charges after I received my package.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">There are a few websites that offer services like this, so you can have a little look around Google, to see which one you might prefer.&nbsp;</div><br /><h3><u>Review</u></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These liquid lipsticks are VERY liquidy, and if you tip the tube too far, for too long, product will come pouring out. Being so liquidy, means that these can be a little drying on the lips. This, personally, doesn't really affect me but if you're not too keen on drying formulas, then just pop on a lip balm underneath and you're good to go.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On trial, I have found that these definitely last longer when applied on completely bare lips. so if you're planning on applying on top of lip balm, just be aware that it will mean they won't last AS long. Saying this, the weartime is pretty fantastic, with or without a layer underneath. I've had this last on me for a good 12 hours with no flaking or crumbling and no need to top up. There have been times where I've felt like it's rubbed off my lips, but when I've look in a mirror, the colour is still there, with no awkward fading in the centre.</div><h3 style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Swatches:</u></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EXhRUeGUxJM/VrHVqpwF2gI/AAAAAAAAN_M/0oIKJUoLis4/s1600/IMG_5699.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EXhRUeGUxJM/VrHVqpwF2gI/AAAAAAAAN_M/0oIKJUoLis4/s320/IMG_5699.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As you can see, I chose more of the neutral, wearable shades from this range, because I knew I'd get the most use out of them and also because I wanted to see how I got on with the formula before setting my eyes on any more. What's good about the website, is that they have swatches of nearly every colour on there, on 3 different skintones, so you can kind of gather how it would look on yourself.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://colourpop.com/product/bumble/" target="_blank">Bumble</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is a really nice rusty orange/pinky shade that looks really pretty on the lips. It's quite in between a neutral and a bold, so I would wear this if I was going out during the day, somewhere casual.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://colourpop.com/product/chilly-chili/" target="_blank">Chili Chilly</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is a straight up brown shade. It's quite warm in colour aswell, which I quite like for myself. On me it looks quite neutral, but on fairer skin I think it would show up more prominently. It's a shade I wear all the time and it even made it on holiday with me. Definitely one I'd recommend.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://colourpop.com/product/beeper/" target="_blank">Beeper</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This shade is my absolute favourite. It is the perfect nude shade for me. It's not too warm or too cool toned and goes with every look I wear. I've heard that this is meant to be a dupe for the Kylie Jenner Dolce K lip colour, but I'm not sure if that's entirely true. Either way, if you're going to be purchasing any of these, then this should definitely be a choice.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Tulle</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is a mauvy brown shade. It's a very purple brown and it looks really great paired with a deeper blush colour and a neutral eye look. It definitely stands out on the lips and is also quite cool toned.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://colourpop.com/product/stingraye/" target="_blank">Stingraye</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is a colour from the ItsMyRayeRaye x Colourpop collaboration. I had seen this so much on Instagram and it looked like a shade I would like. I was definitely pleased I picked this up becuase it's another great nude/neutral shade for me. It's slightly darker than Beeper, but I actually find I can mix the 2 together for a perfect shade.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://colourpop.com/product/trap/" target="_blank">Trap</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I got this colour because everyone has a shade like this (read: I jumped on the bandwagon). It looks so great on so many people, but I found that it was just a little TOO cool toned for me and doesn't suit me at all. I have found that the best way this works for me, is to layer it over a really warm brown lip liner or lipstick (like Chili Chilly) and then I have a great neutral brown lip.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://colourpop.com/product/bad-habit/" target="_blank">Bad Habit</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I thought this looked really great on the website, however, I was quite disappointed with the colour when I got it. This is really pink, but the shade doesn't suit me at all. I've yet to try and find a way I can work with this, and so it's my least used one out of the lot. If I do find a way, I will be sure to update you.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://colourpop.com/product/avenue/" target="_blank">Avenue</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Last, but not least, is the boldest shade I got. I love deep red lip colours and to find a formula that I know won't budge is heaven sent. This is a true, deep, blood red that will suit so many different skintones and can be paired with neutral eye looks for a pop of colour and boldness.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h3 style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u>Application</u></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As these are so liquidy, I find that the best way to apply them is in really thin layers. I like to wipe off the applicator against the side of the tube and then apply softly to the lips. These are totally buildable, if applied in thin layers and let to dry and I don't find that it affects the wear time at all either. After applying, they dry within around 30-60 seconds and if you want to mix colours then I find it's best to do so whilst they're still wet. After that, you should be set for the whole day.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Phew! That was, probably, the longest post I have ever written but I hope it helps anyone who has been thinking of purchasing any Colourpop liquid lipsticks. If you have any other questions, leave me a comment and I'd be happy to answer.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thank you for reading</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Nikita x</div></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-48491375786359759302016-01-31T08:00:00.000+00:002016-01-31T08:00:15.601+00:00Boots Haul<div style="text-align: center;">Hello Beauties</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I had wanted to try some of the new products to hit the drugstore recently and came across a few others that I thought looked interesting. Here are my thoughts on them so far.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tzosuLgJ7Lc/Vqzn3QXZqHI/AAAAAAAAN5U/mNAsiP2O9AM/s1600/IMG_5692.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tzosuLgJ7Lc/Vqzn3QXZqHI/AAAAAAAAN5U/mNAsiP2O9AM/s320/IMG_5692.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The first item (and only thing I actually went to Boots for!) were the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Eylure-Naturalites-False-Eyelashes-Volume-Plus-101-_926959/" target="_blank">101 lashes</a> from Eylure. I had a pair of these that got ruined when I took them away with me over Christmas. I have pretty long lashes, naturally, so have never felt the need to wear falsies before, but these just enhance all eye looks incredibly and add just the right amount of volume.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Along with falsies, I also picked up 2 new mascaras that have come out in drugstores. The first is <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-False-Lash-Sculpt-Mascara_1776822/" target="_blank">L'Oreal False Lash Sculpt</a> which has been quite popular for the bristles only being on one side of the wand, rather than all around it like conventional mascaras. The second is <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Maybelline-Push-Up-Drama-Mascara-Very-Black_1792357/" target="_blank">Maybelline Push Up Drama</a>. I've seen these advertised for so long, and tried them on each eye today, for the first time. On first impressions, these both seem extremely volumising and quite lengthening too. Let's see how they hold up with time.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WS8xFC1oAbU/VqzuEYttntI/AAAAAAAAN5o/uaeZFVnj-0g/s1600/IMG_5695.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="237" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WS8xFC1oAbU/VqzuEYttntI/AAAAAAAAN5o/uaeZFVnj-0g/s320/IMG_5695.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I then picked up the new <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-Infallible-Fixing-Mist-100ml_1778816/" target="_blank">L'Oreal Infallible Fixing Mist</a>. I have been so excited for this to hit the stands and was extremely happy to have picked up the last one at my local Boots. I love using a setting spray on nights out and if I know that I have plans after work and need my make up to last that little bit longer. I am yet to trial this, but will be doing a comparison against the Urban Decay All Nighter setting spray which is the one I love at the moment.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I picked up a new black pencil liner from the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Sleek-MakeUp-Eau-La-La-Liner_1395703/" target="_blank">Sleek Eau La La Liner range</a>. I've tried a few of these lip pencils and love how creamy and smooth they are, so I thought I'd give the black one a try for my waterline. They claim to be water and smudgeproof and as the girl whose eyes water multiple times a day, I'm interested to see if they can meet these claims.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">From Bourjois, I picked up the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-City-Radiance-foundation_1800908/" target="_blank">City Radiance Foundation</a> and a <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-Little-Round-Pot-Blusher_1395/" target="_blank">Little Round Pot Blush</a>&nbsp;in the shade Lilas D'Or. I've never tried any of their blushes before and loved the look of this colour. It's a peachy shimmery shade that doesn't look like much when swatched, but on the cheeks it adds a nice, subtle pop of colour and radiance, giving a hybrid of blush and highlighter. I'm not normally able to find a colour match with the Bourjois foundations, however, I found that the darkest shade in this range is a great match for me. I am yet to wear this for longer than a trial on my face, but once I do, I will let you know my thoughts.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-c0jCZ7CXCZg/Vqzuhji4CSI/AAAAAAAAN5w/bX_oELomeh8/s1600/IMG_5694.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-c0jCZ7CXCZg/Vqzuhji4CSI/AAAAAAAAN5w/bX_oELomeh8/s320/IMG_5694.JPG" width="306" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Last but not least, I picked up a <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-London-The-Only-1-Lipstick_1727564/" target="_blank">Rimmel The Only 1 lipstick</a> in Naughty Nude, which I have been wanting to try for quite some time but this particular shade always seems to be out of stock. On my skintone, it's not quite a nude, but it's a lovely peach-pink colour that I think will be a popular pick of mine in Spring.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Have you tried any of these products or seen them and have wanted to give them a try? I would love to know!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Thanks for reading</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Nikita x</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-20736465904437718752015-08-12T11:20:00.000+01:002015-08-12T11:20:08.895+01:00Sanctuary Spa Warming Microbrasion Polish Review<div style="text-align: center;">Hello Beauties</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Today I bring to you, a skincare product from Sanctuary Spa. Now, if you've read my Disappointing Products post, then you will know that I tried the WonderOil Serum and absolutely hated it due to the breakouts it gave me. However, I have found a skincare product from this brand that I am in love with!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Dx8B8W-gBd4/Vcsddo1sSzI/AAAAAAAALmo/QNYLyaBQ8Yg/s1600/IMG_3348.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Dx8B8W-gBd4/Vcsddo1sSzI/AAAAAAAALmo/QNYLyaBQ8Yg/s320/IMG_3348.JPG" width="212" /></a></div>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">The <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Sanctuary-Skin-Warming-Microbrasion-Polish_1121640/">Warming Microbrasion Polish</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£12.50)</span></em> is one of the best exfoliators I have ever tried. As a person with dry skin, I can get dry patches that make my skin look horrible. This also occurs after I've been on holiday and the burnt parts of my face (always the nose and forehead) start peeling. After a couple of uses of this, my dry skin is demolished and my skin is soft and most certainly, brand new.</div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">I'm not going to lie to you, I really did get this because of the word "Warming" in the title and honestly did not expect it to do much for my skin, except get me excited at the fact that it warms as you rub it into the skin. However, after using this every week for over 3 months now, I can safely say this is a wonderful product. It really helps to make my skin feel rejuvenated. Even if I only use it once a week, I know my skin will be happy.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qgkWy-MtLD0/Vcsdj-4kQYI/AAAAAAAALmw/EkuQ9QeArus/s1600/IMG_3350.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="276" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qgkWy-MtLD0/Vcsdj-4kQYI/AAAAAAAALmw/EkuQ9QeArus/s320/IMG_3350.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">I like to use this in the shower mainly. I will dampen my face and then apply a small amount of product on my face, and let it stay on the skin whilst I get on with the rest of my shower (wash hair/body/sing/think about life) and then wash this off at the end. It has never broken me out, so I would recommend trying this out if you feel your skin needs a bit of oomph.</div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">Have you tried this or anything else from Sanctuary Spa? What do you think of it?</div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">Thank you for reading</div><div style="text-align: center;">Nikita x</div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-56090036664545752342015-07-31T07:00:00.000+01:002015-07-31T07:00:05.048+01:00Current Cleanser Round Up<div style="text-align: center;">Hello Beauties,</div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">As you know, I love using a cleansing oil/balm to remove my makeup at the end of the day because it's quick and easy. I have recently noticed that I actually have 4 products of this type and so I thought I'd give you my thoughts on them. All of the below are applied to dry skin and then rinsed away with water to cleanse the skin. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4IxnyVvC3c0/VboMO6_pHSI/AAAAAAAALZw/GNYGYRUBCNE/s640/blogger-image--1962811899.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4IxnyVvC3c0/VboMO6_pHSI/AAAAAAAALZw/GNYGYRUBCNE/s640/blogger-image--1962811899.jpg" /></a></div><a name='more'></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">First up is the infamous <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Liz-Earle-Cleanse-Polish-Hot-Cloth-Cleanser-100ml-muslin-cloth-not-included_1546298/" target="_blank">Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£14.00)</span></em>. I have used this for the past 6 years and absolutely love the stuff. It's probably the most popular cleanser of the lot and I think a lot of people have tried, tested and converted to this stuff (including my sister who has no idea about most beauty products). If you haven't come across the cleanse and polish before,&nbsp;it has a nice herbal scent that is very relaxing and leaves skin feeling clean and soft. It's suitable for all skin types and has never broken me out at all. Definitely one to try.</div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">The second one I've got is the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Clarins-Pure-Melt-Cleansing-Gel_53813/" target="_blank">Clarins Pure Melting Gel Cleanser</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£20.50)</span></em>. This is a gel/balm cleanser with a lovely moringa scent to it (smells delicious). My problem with this one is that I feel like I'm dragging my skin a lot when I go to rinse it off. It doesn't have a very smooth-rinsing-off factor which makes me quite hesitant to use it. It also stings my eyes quite a lot, so I usually stick to using this as a morning cleanser when I'm make up free.</div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">The third one is The Body Shop's&nbsp;<a href="http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/shop-by-range/camomile/camomile-silky-cleansing-oil.aspx" target="_blank">Camomile Silky&nbsp;Cleansing Oil</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£11.00)</span></em>. This is my FAVOURITE one by far, because of the quality and the price. This stuff is amazing and does not break the bank. I've been through 3 bottles and bought the solid version for holiday. Although it's an oil, if you have oily skin you shouldn't ignore this product. It doesn't make your skin more oily, but actually helps breakdown the oils and products on your face to leave you with clean skin. It doesn't sting my eyes and takes every trace of makeup off with only 2 pumps. </div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">The final one is the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Superfacialist-Vitamin-C-Skin-Renew-Cleansing-Oil-200ml_1361774/" target="_blank">Una Brennan Skin Renew Cleansing Oil</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£10.99)</span></em>. I bought this, because I've read a few reviews from people who really like this oil and I had run out of my body shop one so I thought I'd give it a go. The oil smells divine; much like the Satsuma scent from the body shop (my fave). As a cleansing oil though, it's <em>ok. </em>This one definitely stings my eyes and I've also found that it doesn't remove all my makeup, so I'm always having to go in with a second cleanser to ensure it's all off my face. For the price point, I would have to say that you're better off just sticking with The Body Shop offering.</div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">Have you tried any of these cleansers? What are your thoughts?</div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">Thank you for reading</div><div style="text-align: center;">Nikita x</div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-89068243090943326592015-06-15T07:00:00.000+01:002015-06-15T07:00:10.635+01:00May Favourites<div style="text-align: center;">Hello Beauties,</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">It has been quite some time since my last post hasn't it? Sorry! I've been away on holiday and then been extremely busy since I've been back aswell, but this post is one that I always love writing so I didn't want to give it a miss.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pXTKug_jD3Y/VX2oKfovTbI/AAAAAAAAKjY/xM_5tu0S7es/s1600/IMG_2437.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pXTKug_jD3Y/VX2oKfovTbI/AAAAAAAAKjY/xM_5tu0S7es/s320/IMG_2437.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><a name='more'></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Let's take a look at some of the products I was loving last month.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">1) <a href="http://uk.spacenk.com/all-day-luminous-weightless-foundation/MUK200014372.html">Nars All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£32.00)</i></span>&nbsp;- Syracuse</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I know I'm a bit late to the party with this one, but it really is such a great product and lasts for ages on the skin. I am planning on doing a more detailed post on it, so keep your eyes open for that. However, for now, I would highly recommend this foundation or at least trying it out in store/getting a sample if you can.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">2) <a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/beauty-3326659/face-1906567/5-years-of-beauty-cream-blush-in-head-over-heels-4356612?bi=1&amp;ps=20">Topshop Cream Blush - Head over Heels</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£7.00)</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I&nbsp;have been loving cream blushes recently, as I've been skipping powder in my routine, so these cream blushes add colour without making me look&nbsp;flat. This colour is a lovely, everyday pink-peach that is buildable should you want a heavier&nbsp;colour. I think it's one that will look good on varying skintones aswell.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">3) &nbsp;<a href="http://uk.spacenk.com/paint-wash-liquid-lip-colour/MUK200014374.html">Laura Mercier Paint Wash Liquid Lip Colour</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£22.00)</i></span> - Rosewood</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love this lip product. It's so easy to wear and the colour is the (much loved) dusty/muted rosy pink that I'm sure you can tell I am completely obsessed with, if you've been reading my blog posts. It's a liquid wash of colour that dries to a somewhat matte finish, but is not drying on the lips at all. If you're eating and drinking, you may find that you have to retouch a little, but if not then you're good to go for the day. It's such an easy colour to throw on for any occassion, day or night.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">4) <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/168/310/Lipstick/index.tmpl">MAC Lipstick</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£15.50)</i></span>&nbsp;- Russian Red</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I featured this in my <a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/05/weekend-makeup-look.html">Weekend Makeup Look</a> post, which was actually the first time I'd worn this lipstick and since then, it's been my goto red colour. It's such a perfect shade for daytime and evening makeup looks and stays put for such a long time, even through eating and drinking! You really can not go wrong with this lipstick and it's one I would recommend to anyone wanting to try a red lipstick, or if you're on the hunt for a new one. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">5) Victoria Secret Rollerball Perfume - Bombshell&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love this fragrance so much! It's the perfect summertime smell; it's sweet and fruity but not too in-your-face. I think Victoria's Secret display this as their No.1 fragrance, from their range and I can definitely see why. The rollerball is also so handy to travel with and to just throw in your bag for any touch ups, although I have to say that this does last a really long time on the skin. I'm sorry that I couldn't find an online link to it for UK, but it's definitely instore.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">In terms of random favourites this month, my first has to be Dubai which is where I went earlier in the month. It's such a lovely country and was the perfect getaway, with sun, sea and sand. They have the most amazing shopping mall, however, even with the exchange rate all the products end up being more expensive than the UK so I didn't end up buying much. In terms of music favourites, I'd definitely have to say Majid Jordan. I've been listening to his EP non-stop, it's just such good chillout music.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I think that's it for the round up for May. I will promise to be blogging more now, as I've had a few people asking me where I've been, so don't worry!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Thank you for reading</div><div style="text-align: center;">Nikita x</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-23825373968480682162015-05-18T07:00:00.000+01:002015-06-14T16:56:51.274+01:00May Birchbox<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I feel like it really wasn't that long ago that I posted about my April Birchbox; the month has gone far too quickly. I am here again with the May Birchbox to show you all.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9PNuksNjBQU/VVHJhC2IB6I/AAAAAAAAJs0/2lyh4xf3vTc/s1600/IMG_1715.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9PNuksNjBQU/VVHJhC2IB6I/AAAAAAAAJs0/2lyh4xf3vTc/s320/IMG_1715.JPG" width="320" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This is my favourite Birchbox that I have received so far, so I'm excited to show you what I got!</span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><a name='more'></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The theme for this month's box is Free Your Mind, which I think is really lovely. We all have times where we get overworked and stressed and feel like everything is happening at once, or going wrong. sometimes it's nice to take some time to ourselves and recouperate our feelings and clear our heads. Birchbox have come up with a unique box packaging this month, which features a blank stencil design that the user can decorate however they want with the colouring pencils included in the box. If you upload a picture of your, uniquely, designed box you could also be in with a chance of winning £700. </span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The products inside this month's box are definitely my favourite ones that I've received so far, bar one. </span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fZStRCjyZew/VVHJnV-2LoI/AAAAAAAAJs8/OREvjrC460U/s1600/IMG_1717.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fZStRCjyZew/VVHJnV-2LoI/AAAAAAAAJs8/OREvjrC460U/s320/IMG_1717.JPG" width="320" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">In this box, we have:</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><u><a href="https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/number-4-lumiere-d-hiver-reconstructing-masque">Number 4 Lumiere d'Hiver Reconstructing Mask</a></u> (not pictured) - This is a hair mark that is meant to strengthen and reconstruct your hair, using shea butter, jojoba seed oil and sunflower seed oil.</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><u><a href="https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/wah-london-nail-art-pen-19198">WAH London Nail Art Pen</a></u> - At the end of last month, I received an email asking to choose which WAH London product I would like to receive in my box and this is the one I chose. I already have a lot of nail polishes and don't really tend to wear the stick on ones too much, so this was perfect. It's a lovely bright purple which I am going to try and use this summer. </span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hj0eRk6vrzc/VVNd969U4DI/AAAAAAAAJuA/PbKnn06EAQI/s1600/IMG_1718.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Hj0eRk6vrzc/VVNd969U4DI/AAAAAAAAJuA/PbKnn06EAQI/s320/IMG_1718.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/parlor-by-jeff-chastain-moisturising-sea-salt-spray">Parlor by Jeff Chastain Moisturising Sea Salt Spray</a> - I am very excited to try this as I have recently bought a sea salt spray that was extremely drying. I'll be on holiday when this gets published and I will have taken this with me, so updates will be coming soon!</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/mirenesse-mattfinity-lip-rouge">Mirenesse Mattfinity Lip Rouge (No 3 New York)</a> - I am yet to use this, but I swatched it on my hand the other day and it is a lovely, vibrant red that will be perfect for summer (and is coming away with me too)</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BJwW1Y1bSrM/VVNeEk0HwoI/AAAAAAAAJuI/oLdZbjWpKNQ/s1600/IMG_1719.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BJwW1Y1bSrM/VVNeEk0HwoI/AAAAAAAAJuI/oLdZbjWpKNQ/s320/IMG_1719.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/caudalie-vinoperfect-radiance-tinted-moisturiser">Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiant Tinted Moisturiser</a> - This is the only product that I am never going to use and was quite disappointed when I received it; not because of the product, but because of the shade. I got this in the shade Light, which is very obviously too light for me. If you have tried this, you can let me know what it's like.</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.birchbox.co.uk/shop/rmk-point-make-up-remover">RMK Point Makeup Remover</a> - This is a duo liquid makeup remover that you shake before use, so that the separated liquids mix together. I have not tried it yet, but it claims to remove all makeup whilst moisturising the skin. I shall report back as soon as I have made my verdict</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The last item in the box were the colouring pencils to colour in the customisable box. I will be uploading a picture to my Instagram if I decide to colour in a design, so keep a look out for that.</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">What do you think of this box? Let me know in the comments!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-15967808633032504362015-05-15T07:00:00.000+01:002015-05-15T07:00:02.612+01:00Magnitone Review<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">For today's post I will be reviewing the <a href="https://magnitone.co.uk/product-category/lucid/">Magnitone Lucid</a>* <span style="color: blue;"><i>(£69.99)</i></span>. This is an electric facial cleansing brush that gives a deeper exfoliation to the skin and can be used alongside your normal cleanser. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eMTpMxbVOV8/VVJXzCFTnYI/AAAAAAAAJtU/i_vwB8mDc4w/s1600/IMG_1705.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eMTpMxbVOV8/VVJXzCFTnYI/AAAAAAAAJtU/i_vwB8mDc4w/s320/IMG_1705.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This brush uses enhanced electromagnetic pulsations that send rapid vibrations into skin, naturally unclogging pores, and sweeping away dry and dead skin cells, leaving a clearer complexion. It claims to leave you with clearer, glowing skin in just 7 days of use! So I put this to the test.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Now, I already own the Clarisonic brush, which is very similar to the Magnitone. I've had mine for about 6 years now and although I love that, I&nbsp;was very excited to try the Magnitone in comparison. After 7 days of use, I can confirm that this brush really has given me glowing, softer skin. I didn't have any breakouts or spots to begin with, so I wasn't looking to clear my skin up and therefore can not comment on how good the brush is for that, but in terms of glowing skin, this is your guy. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The best part of the brush is that it only takes 1 minute to cleanse the whole of your face. When you start the brush, the head will start vibrating against your skin until time is up, at which point it will beep to indicate it's time to move to another part of the face(Forehead - 20s, Nose/Chin - 20s, Cheeks - 10s each). </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gThF3BKMHTA/VVJYVO7rVhI/AAAAAAAAJtc/8o80ifTEyt0/s1600/IMG_1707.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gThF3BKMHTA/VVJYVO7rVhI/AAAAAAAAJtc/8o80ifTEyt0/s320/IMG_1707.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The first thing I noticed about the brush was that the bristles are incredibly soft; definitely softer than the Clarisonic. It also comes with a setting for sensitive skin, which is so great for first timers or if you're a bit scared of trying an electric brush for your face. It's definitely a nice way to get things started off. It leaves the skin so soft afterward and I find that my facial oil sinks into the skin so much quicker when I use this to cleanse.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I also love that it comes it bright, fun colours. I chose a mint green colour and I love how it brightens up my bathroom. I use this every other day or sometimes every 3 days, but it all depends on how much exfoliation you think your skin needs.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I would highly recommend this cleansing brush and am so excited to see how my skin changes with further use. If you want to try this, Magnitone have been extremely kind in giving my readers 20% off when you use the code <span style="color: red;"><b>Nikita20</b></span> at checkout.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Have you ever tried a facial cleansing brush before or are thinking about it? Let me know</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Nikita x</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-33059957074166461792015-05-13T11:02:00.001+01:002015-05-13T11:02:38.538+01:00Slendertox Tea Review<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hNfLLujHs_U/VVMgtqM3rTI/AAAAAAAAJtw/8vymcLGehII/s1600/Teatox-100x100.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hNfLLujHs_U/VVMgtqM3rTI/AAAAAAAAJtw/8vymcLGehII/s320/Teatox-100x100.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(Picture from Slendertox site)</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I've got another teatox review for you today.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><a name='more'></a></span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">&nbsp;I was a little hesitant to try this as I've previously had a bad experience, which I talked about in my Bootea Review. If you read that you will know that I got extremely bad stomach aches with the night time tea and it did not suit me at all.</span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">When I got given the opportunity to try the <a href="http://www.slendertoxtea.co.uk/shop/14-day-teatox">Slendertox Tea</a>* <em><span style="color: blue;">(</span><span style="color: blue;">£19.99)</span></em>, I was a little scared, but thought it would be good to do a comparison of the two.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Before I begin, I have to let you know that this one gave me a stomach ache as well, so I stopped drinking this after 3 days. I can't tell you if you'll have the same effect but I have decided not to try another one for a while.</span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The taste of the Slendertox tea is not very nice, especially the daytime one, but I didn't find it too hard to drink. If you're not used to the taste of herbal teas, then you will probably hate this. I, again, saw no difference in energy levels but will put this down to not having tried it for long at all.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I'm sorry that there's not much I can report back on, but if you have tried it and have thoughts make sure to let me know!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-22832563741169712492015-05-08T07:00:00.000+01:002015-05-08T09:38:32.307+01:00Weekend Makeup Look<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties,</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">A few weekends ago, it was really nice and sunny in London, so I thought I'd try out a bold lip with lots of lashes for my makeup. I've not really worn a look like this before and thought it was lovely for the daytime and weather. I kept the eye makeup quite neutral and focused mostly on big, black lashes and the red lips.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uSJkMeLTC5k/VUjwYP2I4QI/AAAAAAAAJhk/Vin0UOvlxqs/s1600/IMG_1589.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="weekend makeup daytime lashes red lip" border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uSJkMeLTC5k/VUjwYP2I4QI/AAAAAAAAJhk/Vin0UOvlxqs/s1600/IMG_1589.JPG" title="Weekend Makeup" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I posted this picture on Instagram and got some people asking for details on what I used, so I thought I'd dedicate a post to it. I actually just ended up spending the day walking around London, shopping and sightseeing. which was lovely. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">For the base, I went for the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/No7-Stay-Perfect-Foundation_1376459/">No7 Stay Perfect Foundation</a>. I really like this foundation. I don't find it too heavy on the skin and it evens out my skintone nicely. It's a great match for me and am very glad to find this in Boots. I then used the <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/157/10181/Products/Face/Concealer/Pro-Longwear-Concealer/index.tmpl">MAC Pro-Longwear Concealer</a> under my eyes and set that in place with the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Soap-Glory-8482-KICK-ASS-Instant-Retouch-Pressed-Powder-8482_1408573/">Soap and Glory Kick-Ass Powder</a>.&nbsp;To complete the cheeks, I went in&nbsp;with the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Barry-M-Chisel-Cheeks-Contour-Kit-7-5g_1655085/">Contour Kit</a> from Barry M and <a href="http://uk.spacenk.com/the-multiple/MUK101120365.html?start=18&amp;q=nars&amp;dwvar_MUK101120365_color=UK101120365">NARS Multiple</a> in South Beach, to highlight.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">On the eyes, I primed with <a href="http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_123932101999_-1">Urban Decay Primer Potion</a> and went for a light base of <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/154/363/Products/Eyes/Shadow/Eye-Shadow/index.tmpl">MAC eyeshadows</a> in All that Glitters, Woodwinked on the outer corner and Saddle in the crease. I did a winged liner with the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Maybelline-Eye-Studio-Lasting-Drama-Gel-Liner_1190781/">Maybelline gel liner</a> and used the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-Contour-Clubbing-Eyeliner_1313124/">Bourjois Eye Liner</a> in Up and Brown for the waterline. For the lashes, I went in with a coat of <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Maybelline-Lash-Sensational-Lash-Multiplying-Mascara-9-5ml_1655586/">Maybelline Lash Sensational</a> followed by a coat of<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-Paris-Miss-Manga-Mascara-Black_1416309/"> L'oreal Miss Manga (Black Angel).</a> I have really been liking this combination of mascaras recently and can't believe I've never thought to try out mixing them before. Together, they gave me very big, voluminous lashes with no falsies.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I then finished off with a bright, bold red lip. Here I used the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-Exaggerate-Lip-Liner_6938/">Rimmel Exaggerate Lip Liner</a> in Red Diva and then <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/168/310/Products/Lips/Lipstick/Lipstick/index.tmpl">MAC Russian Red</a>. This is my new favourite red lip combo. It gives such a lovely, matte red colour that literally stays on for ages. I managed to eat 2 meals, with drinks with none of this fading at all (not even in the middle!)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Have you tried a bold lip? What are some of your favourite products for this?</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Nikita x</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-46901618468527788642015-05-06T07:00:00.000+01:002015-05-07T09:28:19.232+01:00April Favourites<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">It's time for my April Favourites! (How fast is this year going?!)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I've been using a lot of new stuff this month and having been loving a lot of it.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-V-K9NWPFy4Y/VUZH15r9gyI/AAAAAAAAJhQ/nddkj3cKAoY/s1600/IMG_1679.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-V-K9NWPFy4Y/VUZH15r9gyI/AAAAAAAAJhQ/nddkj3cKAoY/s1600/IMG_1679.JPG" width="320" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a name='more'></a></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">First up is <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B005WWQXB6?psc=1&amp;redirect=true&amp;ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01">The Wet Brush</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£9.95)</span></em>. If you've read my <a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/03/haircare-routine.html">Haircare Routine</a> post, then you will know that I love the Tangle Teezer for brushing through my hair with no tugging or pulling. I've seen a lot of reviews on the Wet Brush and wanted to see what all the fuss was about. I can't lie, this past month, I have not touched my tangle teezer once. The Wet Brush is fantastic for getting all the tangles and knots out of my hair with no pain. I plan to do a comparison of the 2 brushes soon.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Next on the hair products is the <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/TRESemm%C3%A9/TRESemme-Runway-Collection-Make-Waves-Hairspray-300ml/p/373003">Tresemme Make Waves</a> spray <em><span style="color: blue;">(£5.99)</span></em>. This is like a primer for your hair before curling and setting spray as well. I spray a light mist of this on my hair before curling and again after I'm done styling and my curls have, literally, never lasted so long. I can easily go up to 3 days with the same curls although they would have loosened quite a bit by then, but definitely still have a wave to them which I do like.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Next is the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-123-Perfect-Colour-Correcting-cream_1450122/">Bourjois CC Cream</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£9.99)</span></em>. This is such a great, light, everyday base. It has just the right amount of coverage for the days when I don't feel like wearing foundation and makes my skin look healthy. I was quite surprised to find this product from the drugstore as I can't usually find bases that match my skin tone, but if you are an NC42/Syracuse girl, then this shade is perfect (53/Rose Beige).</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Along with the CC Cream, I have been loving the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-Healthy-Balance-Compact-Powder_1244985/">Bourjois Healthy Balance Powder</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£8.99)</span></em>, which I mentioned in my <a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/04/huge-beauty-haul.html">Huge Beauty Haul</a>. The update on this, is that it is a lovely, light powder for drier skin types. I don't find it leaves my face looking cakey or too matte, but provides a great set to my base. I got this in the shade Deep Beige, which is great for my skin tone.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Also in my Huge Beauty Haul, I mentioned that I was on the hunt for a good drugstore concealer and picked up the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Revlon-ColorStay-8482-Concealer_1312139/">Revlon Colorstay Concealer</a> in the shade Medium Beige. As you can guess, I have been really enjoying this concealer. It's a great under eye concealer. It's creamy, but I don't find it too thick and it covers my dark circles very well. It stays put through the day and I don't find that it creases too much either. The main problem I found with the drugstore concealers was the colour range, but I think this one is working out very well for me.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Last month, I was using a lot of 2 blushes. I like wearing them alone and also like to blend them together on the cheeks. The first blush is <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/156/329/Products/Face/Cheek/Powder-Blush/index.tmpl">MAC Gingerly</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£18.99)</span></em>. This is a lovely toffee/caramel colour that works well as a neutral-toned blush on my skintone and is great for the days where I want a more natural look. the second blush is <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Max-Factor-Creme-Puff-Blush_1639993/">Maxfactor Creme Puff Blush</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£8.99)</span></em> in Seductive Pink. The formula of these blushes is lovely; they give a nice colour to the cheeks along with a highlight. I love wearing this blush alone for a subtle pink colour and glow, but I love mixing it with Gingerly for added dimension on the cheeks. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The last beauty item on the list is <a href="http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/shop-by-range/mango/mango-hand-cream.aspx">The Body Shop hand cream</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£3.50)</span></em> in the Mango scent. I posted about this on Instagram a few weeks ago. It is the NICEST smelling hand cream I have ever owned and has got me applying hand cream a lot more during the day. It's a thick cream so you don't need to use a lot at once and leaves the hands nicely moisturised and smelling divine.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">For the past 2 months I have been mentioning Years &amp; Years in my music favourites, so I thought I'd switch it up a bit this month. The first artist I have been loving is Shawn Mendes. He's from Canada and I have been loving songs from his album; listening to them non-stop. The next artist is Sinead Harnett. She's one I have liked for a while but she has just released a new song called She Ain't Me which has made me love her music all over again. For some reason, I've also been listening to a lot of Mariah Carey and Craig David this month (old school faves). I don't really have any other non-beauty favourites this month, but I'm excited and ready for May :)</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">What products were you loving in April, I'd love to know.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Thank you for reading</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Nikita x</span></div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-8955162387992017852015-05-01T11:57:00.000+01:002015-05-01T16:15:36.986+01:00Nail HQ Treatments<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Today's post is a review of some nail treatments that I have recently been putting to the test.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aWQ5cezp350/VUNb17xi8uI/AAAAAAAAJZs/mmTy886Y-m4/s1600/IMG_1618.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aWQ5cezp350/VUNb17xi8uI/AAAAAAAAJZs/mmTy886Y-m4/s1600/IMG_1618.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I tend to change my nail colour every week and always use a base coat underneath the polish, but I have never thought to use one that would also help the condition of nail aswell. That's where these&nbsp;3 nail treatments come in.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a name='more'></a></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">First up is the <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Nails/Nail-Treatments/Nail-HQ-Strengthener/p/339502">Nail HQ Strengthener nail treatment</a>* <em><span style="color: blue;">(£6.99)</span></em>. This is meant to diminish breaking of the nails, making them stronger and therefore promotes nail growth.&nbsp;I had shellacs done a few months ago and when I went back to remove them, the process that the salon used was too harsh on my nails causing them to be very weak and thin. They break as soon as soon as they start growing and I found I had to keep cutting them. I was sceptical about this product but thought I'd give it a go anyway and I have been very pleasantly surprised. I have used this for a week and found that my nails grew strong enough to not break at the first sign of growth and have been that way for at least 3 weeks now, which has been such a nice change. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The second is the <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Nails/Nail-Treatments/Nail-HQ-Growth/p/339400">Nail HQ Growth nail treatment</a>* <em><span style="color: blue;">(£6.99)</span></em>. This polish worked in a similar way to the Strengthener polish, but I found that it didn't make my nails as strong as the Strengthener and, though they were growing a little more, they were also breaking just as quickly. However, if you have stronger nails that just have trouble growing, then this is definitely the polish for you. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I also tried combining the 2 polishes together, placing one on top of the other, whilst still wet. It's only been a week of this, but I feel like I am noticing some improvement in the condition of my nails and the growth factor, so I am definitely going to continue using this method for a few weeks. I will give you an update on that soon!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">An important part of ensuring that your nails grow and grow healthy, is to make sure that your cuticles are in good condition. For that, I have been using the <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Nails/Nail-Treatments/Nail-HQ-Growth/p/339400">Nail HQ Cuticle Oil</a>*<span style="color: blue;"><em>(£5.99). </em></span><span style="color: black;">This is a really nice cuticle oil that sinks into the skin really fast and leaves the cuticle oil nice and soft. I tend to have quite dry cuticles, so I have been using this every night and every morning and have noticed a big difference in the dryness levels, so I would definitely recommend this product. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">What are some of your favourite nail treatments? Let me know in the comments</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div><div style="text-align: center;">﻿</div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">*PR sample</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-70414731857333007392015-04-30T09:12:00.001+01:002015-04-30T09:58:33.869+01:00Bootea 14 Day Teatox Review<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rklnxxUvDXY/VT5eP47gvCI/AAAAAAAAJKE/kwWZqxnDevo/s1600/IMG_1461.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rklnxxUvDXY/VT5eP47gvCI/AAAAAAAAJKE/kwWZqxnDevo/s1600/IMG_1461.JPG" height="320" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a name='more'></a><br /></div></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">If you follow me on Instagram, then you will know that I have been trialling the <a href="http://www.bootea.com/collections/all/products/14-day-teatox">Bootea 14 day teatox</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£19.99)</span></em>. I had a lot of requests to share my thoughts on it, so I thought I'd do a blog post on my findings.</span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I mainly wanted to try the teatox as a cleanse and to improve my energy levels. I find that I get bloated very easily when I eat anything and I often feel quite sluggish at around 3/4pm everyday. I was hoping to have these both improved with the help of the teatox. I have heard that there can be some weight lost during this process, as a result of the cleanse, but that was not my main focus (although always nice). I saw this in Holland and Barrett and decided to give it a shot.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The 14 day teatox comes with 14 daytime cleanse tea bags and 7 evening cleanse tea bags. You're meant to drink a cup of the daytime tea first thing in the morning and a cup of the night time tea every other night. Together, these should help the digestive system to cleanse your body.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I found that both of the teas smelt really bad and off-putting, but I can safely say that they don't taste as bad as they smell. The daytime tea tastes like very mild green tea and the night tea tastes like hot water with a slight hint of peppermint; both very drinkable. The website also have an eating plan that can be followed to maximise the weight loss aspect of the teatox, however the main food groups to cut out are alcohol and meat, which were very easy for me to do. I have been cutting down on carbs, in general, recently aswell and increasing my consumption of fruit and water.&nbsp;</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Overall, I haven't really felt like my energy levels have been increased at all, or that my bloating has decreased in any way. The daytime tea does not really have much of a laxative effect, however the night time tea is a whole other story! The first 2 times of drinking the tea, I left the teabag in the mug the whole I time I was drinking it and I can tell you that this is a BIG mistake. I drank the tea just before going to sleep, at around 10 and I would wake up at around 3am with the worst stomach aches I have ever experienced. I was forced to go to the toilet (sorry TMI) twice at 3 and 4am before being able to sleep again. The next morning would be more of the same and this actually caused a huge decrease in my energy levels as I had no desire to eat or drink anymore, in fear that I would experience laxative effects whilst at work. It was only because I wasn't eating anything that I wasn't getting bloated, but this is not a healthy way to live. I then moved onto leaving the teabag to brew for 2 minutes, but I got exactly the same stomach pains in the night.&nbsp;</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">After day 8, I stopped taking the night time tea, because I read that if you're experiencing sever pains it could be as a cause of intolerance to some of the ingredients within the tea. I carried on taking the daytime cleanse tea, but this literally did nothing to cleanse my body at all.&nbsp;</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I'm not entirely sure if I would recommend this tea to people. If you're intrigued by it and want to give it a go, I wouldn't discourage it, but I would say that if you get bad stomach pains with either of the teas, then please stop drinking it as you may have some sort of allergy to the ingredients and this could do more harm than good for your body.&nbsp;(Basically don't wait for the 4th night of stomach cramps to stop, like me)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Have you tried the Bootea or have thought of trying it? Let me know</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br />Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-77707983085761984652015-04-26T14:45:00.001+01:002015-04-26T14:45:34.370+01:00Bruzz Nail Brush Review<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-02BRLEsU6DM/VTzriRNcEMI/AAAAAAAAJJg/S0WpY2jdhNQ/s1600/IMG_1604.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-02BRLEsU6DM/VTzriRNcEMI/AAAAAAAAJJg/S0WpY2jdhNQ/s1600/IMG_1604.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">For the last 2 weeks, I have been trying a product that I have never heard of before, but has become a part of my weekly nail routine.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><a name='more'></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I've never, previously, thought to use a nail brush (and honestly, I had no idea they existed!), so when I got the opportunity to try the <a href="http://bruzz.com/shop/nail-brushes/bruzz-nail-brush-in-pink/">Bruzz Nail Brush</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£9.99)</span></em>*, I was more than excited.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I go through the usual steps of cutting, filing and polish, but have never before thought to use a brush to actually clean the nails. I have tested this brush for a couple of weeks now and here are my thoughts.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9cgYRH0V7Z8/VTzrsm5mRTI/AAAAAAAAJJo/YIfTWQnXMY0/s1600/IMG_1606.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9cgYRH0V7Z8/VTzrsm5mRTI/AAAAAAAAJJo/YIfTWQnXMY0/s1600/IMG_1606.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I use the brush in between filing and polishing, as it gets rid of all the excess dust on the nails and is good prep to ensure a smooth polish with no dirt. The bristles are very soft, so using the brush does not hurt the fingertip at all, even if you try scrubbing really hard (I did try this). I like to wet the brush, squirt a little soap into the bristles and then give my nails a scrub. The company claim that, due to the brush design, " the BruzZ minimalises the dirty soap and water spray from cleaning that usually finds itself all over the mirror, basin or work station". I have used this around 5 times and everytime I found it still caused the spray all over my sink and mirror, so I would have to disagree with this claim completely. However, I think this is the only negative I have found with this nail brush. The bristles are vanilla scented, so they smell lovely and I feel like brush cleans my nails and makes my cuticles softer; making them easier to push back. </span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3DZ6l5URnoA/VTzr2GyVa6I/AAAAAAAAJJw/ngG-VPUJBto/s1600/IMG_1607.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3DZ6l5URnoA/VTzr2GyVa6I/AAAAAAAAJJw/ngG-VPUJBto/s1600/IMG_1607.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I love the design of this brush for the cleansing aspect because it&nbsp;encompasses&nbsp;the whole nail, so you can clean&nbsp;the top and the underneath of the nail, all in one go. It's so easy and quick to use, so is very convenient.</span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I also think this would be a great product for girls with acrylic/gel extensions, as dirt can gather much more under the nails. This is an easy, safe way to get the dirt from under the nails and I love it. It would be a great product for all the nail biters out there aswell. I don't encourage you to bite your nails at all, but it's&nbsp;much better to bite clean nails than dirty ones!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Overall, I'm happy with this brush and will continue to use it as part of my weekly nail routine. I would recommend it to everyone. &nbsp;If you don't mind a little water spray in return for easy, quick, clean nails then definitely give the Bruzz a look.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Have you ever tried a nail brush? Let me know your thoughts</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-75150951458434532032015-04-22T07:00:00.000+01:002015-04-22T10:42:13.595+01:00Disappointing Products<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_y0qWZKG74Q/VTZlgJxrUMI/AAAAAAAAJEg/puIKu2aApYM/s1600/IMG_1275.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_y0qWZKG74Q/VTZlgJxrUMI/AAAAAAAAJEg/puIKu2aApYM/s1600/IMG_1275.JPG" height="320" width="240" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Today's post is a little different from what I've been talking about so far. I've purchased a few items that I had high hopes for and they have just not met my expectations but just because they didn't work for me, doesn't mean they won't work for you.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a name='more'></a></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">1) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Seche-Vite-Dry-Fast-top-coat_1321809/">Seche Vite Top Coat</a> <em><span style="color: blue;">(£9.00)</span></em></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This is one that I am a little scared to include in this post. This is a highly, <em>highly</em> loved product by so many but I just can not get it to work for me at all. It is the quickest drying top coat that I have ever tried and it does give a nice shine to the nails but apart from that, it's terrible for me. It makes my nails chip faster than not having a top coat on at all; the longest it's lasted is 2 days. I also experience so much shrinkage with this polish. Shrinkage is where the polish&nbsp;comes away&nbsp;at the outer perimeters of the nail so that your polish literally shrinks. I have tried applying this on top of wet polish, dry polish, in very thin layers, nothing works. If you have any tips, let me know.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">2) <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/158/24923/Products/Face/Foundation/Mineralize-Moisture-SPF15-Foundation/index.tmpl" rel="nofollow">MAC Mineralize Moisture Foundation</a> <em><span style="color: blue;">(£28.00)</span></em></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I got this foundation from MAC because it was recommended to me by one of the store assistants after she'd learnt that I had dry skin. I was assured that this was a dewy finish foundation and would be perfect for me. My verdict?&nbsp;This foundation has got 'dewy' and 'oily' highly mixed up. It is SO shiny on the skin, the first time I wore it I had to powder heavily to get it to a decent looking finish. I also found that it took a long time to blend out with a brush, fingers or beauty blender. Not impressed. I have, since, found that it works&nbsp;ok when I use a matte primer underneath.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">3) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Clinque-Moisture-Surge-Overnight-Mask-100ml_1297751/">Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask</a> <em><span style="color: blue;">(30.00)</span></em></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I bought this a few months ago after being recommended it by one of the sales assisstants at the Clinique counter. This is a mask that you leave on the skin, overnight, and is like a thick gel consistency. The description says that it's meant to leave you with dewy, glowy skin however, I saw no difference in my skin when using this product. I had quite dry skin at the time so I used it every other night for 2 weeks and saw no difference in my skin at all. I have now stopped using this product as it literally did nothing for me. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">4) Imperial Leather Foamburst Sweet Vanilla&nbsp;+ Cherry Blossom <em><span style="color: blue;">(£3.15)</span></em></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This is a showergel that comes in a foam texture. I bought this purely for the gimick factor of being foamy and that it was on offer (2 for 1). I love the concept of this and it was exactly what I was expecting. What I wasn't expecting was the scent. It is horrid! I am so unhappy with how much I hate this scent. I, usually, like to take a sniff of any shower products that I buy before purchasing, but with this packaging that's not so simple. I judged it by the names of the scents and thought there was no way I could go wrong with this one. If I had one word to describe it that would be artifical (Ugh). It does the job of a showergel, however&nbsp;and feels nice on the skin, so I will make sure to use it up. (I couldn't find a link for this online, but I'm sure they still sell it instore)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">5) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Sanctuary-Wonder-Oil-Serum-30ml_1493134/">Sanctuary Spa Wonder Oil Serum</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£15.90)</span></em></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Now, Sanctuary Spa is a brand that I LOVE for bath and body products. The scents are amazing and they always make my skin feel lovely too. For this reason, I thought I'd venture out into the skincare range and see what they had to offer. I was looking for a serum and facial oil, as my skin has been feeling very dry recently and when I saw this product I thought "great, a 2 in 1". It comes in the bottle as 2 liquids on top of each other, an oil at the top and a serum at the bottom that is shaken before use. It feels like an oil, but slightly grainier, and smells like lemons (smells so good). I was so excited to try this, but after one use, it broke me out in 5 places on my face! I'm not sure what caused the breakouts (formula/scent) but I will not be using this again. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">6) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-London-HD-5-Pan-Eyeshadow_1388200/">Rimmel Eyeshadow Palette</a> (Brixton Brown) <em><span style="color: blue;">(£6.99)</span></em></span><br /><em><span style="color: blue; font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span></em>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pA6139s--nE/VTddReohKrI/AAAAAAAAJEw/7cgcpnvWprk/s1600/Rimmel%2BBrixton%2BBrown.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pA6139s--nE/VTddReohKrI/AAAAAAAAJEw/7cgcpnvWprk/s1600/Rimmel%2BBrixton%2BBrown.jpg" /></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This is a recent purchase that quickly became a disappointing product for me. I have read a lot of good reviews on this eyeshadow quad and have heard people love it for the pop of marsala colour in the middle of 4 neutrals. I was so excited when I saw this was the last one in Superdrug and did not hesitate in purchasing. However, when I got home to swatch the colours I found that they had NO pigmentation whatsoever, apart from the middle, marsala, shadow. I was so disappointed as I had great expectations of using this palette on a daily basis, but for one eyeshadow, the purchase of the whole palette is not necessary at all. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Have you tried any of these? Let me know what some of your disappointing products are.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Thank you for reading</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Nikita x</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-90453152437134523052015-04-19T07:00:00.000+01:002015-04-19T14:19:50.797+01:00Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I'm going to talk a little bit about a skincare product that I have really been enjoying using recently; <a href="http://www.kiehls.co.uk/skin-care/midnight-recovery-concentrate">Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate</a>.</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-V9EV9fiAYY8/VSqarm3OpeI/AAAAAAAAIyY/YtoWHXIh9ko/s1600/IMG_1328_2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-V9EV9fiAYY8/VSqarm3OpeI/AAAAAAAAIyY/YtoWHXIh9ko/s1600/IMG_1328_2.JPG" height="320" width="240" /></a></div><a name='more'></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This is a facial oil that is applied to the skin at night and left to work while you sleep. It is made up of Squalane, Evening Primrose Oil, Omega-6 Fatty Acids and Essential Oils and is meant to replenish the skin and make it look younger. Now, I have no need to make my skin look younger as I look pretty young as it is, but this oil definitely replenishes my skin. It leaves me with brighter looking skin in the morning and has been helping add some, much needed, hydration aswell.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This oil has been tested and loved by many&nbsp;before, but I was unsure about whether&nbsp;it would be able to do anything for my skin and now I am so glad I have given it a go. I take 4 drops of this and pat it into my face every night, after cleansing and just let it sink into my skin overnight. In the morning, I have brighter, rejuvinated skin and that is what I have been loving. I have been using this for a few weeks to get a proper test out of it and can not see myself using another facial oil again. I have used the Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair, in the past, which was ok, but it didn't leave my skin looking as good as the Kiehl's oil. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">At <span style="color: blue;"><i>£36</i></span>, the Midnight Recovery concetrate is on the expensive side, but I think it is totally worth it. It has helped my skin look so much better in a matter of a few weeks. I have normal-dry skin usually, but recently it has been on the drier side so I have been needing the extra hydration. However, I have seen a lot of reviews on this product from people with different skin types, from oily to normal to dry, so I would definitely recommend going to a Kiehl's store and taking a look at it. They usually have samples of most products and are happy to let you try those before committing to buying a full sized product, which is so great when you're about to part with so much money.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Have you tried this product or any other facial oil? Let me know in the comments</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-7996473398897841572015-04-16T07:00:00.000+01:002015-04-22T10:42:39.025+01:00April Birchbox<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I've only just subscribed to Birchbox, so I thought I'd show you what I got in this month's box.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jFs-gmBVrg8/VSzqchlXdXI/AAAAAAAAIzI/prdzaUlOIFc/s1600/IMG_1354.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jFs-gmBVrg8/VSzqchlXdXI/AAAAAAAAIzI/prdzaUlOIFc/s1600/IMG_1354.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a name='more'></a></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">If you follow me on Twitter, you will know that a while ago I asked people which beauty box subscription they would recommend. I got a lot of Glossybox and Birchbox recommendations and decided to go with the latter to see what they were like. </span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">A subscription like this will get you a box of beauty samples every month for <span style="background-color: white; color: blue;"><em>£10</em></span>. This can include skincare, haircare, makeup and nail products aswell as some lifestyle products, so there's quite a range. When you sign up, online, you take a little quiz that makes up your profile and will help with receiving products that are most suited to you and what you want/need. It's a great way to introduce yourself to brands/products that you wouldn't normally think to try. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I'm not sure why, but everytime I've seen a blog post on Birchbox, I've assumed the box was quite large when, in fact, it's very small. I've heard that this is something new so that it can fit through your letterbox? Either way, I actually prefer the smaller box as it takes up less space in my room.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-l3Mfu8K1TyA/VSzqgTmbjSI/AAAAAAAAIzQ/_yHD7CAM3Wk/s1600/IMG_1355.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-l3Mfu8K1TyA/VSzqgTmbjSI/AAAAAAAAIzQ/_yHD7CAM3Wk/s1600/IMG_1355.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This month's box was named 'Royally Good' to coincide with the birth of the second Royal baby. There's a pink and blue box (for a princess/prince) in circulation and also includes a product from the brand Laura Mercier.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6eFcPya-mZE/VSzqmPvCn_I/AAAAAAAAIzY/E7uf1Q8N5D0/s1600/IMG_1356.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6eFcPya-mZE/VSzqmPvCn_I/AAAAAAAAIzY/E7uf1Q8N5D0/s1600/IMG_1356.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Inside the box, you get a card which gives details on what samples can be found inside your Birchbox, along with details and the price of the full-sized product.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dGTCjqvl76k/VSzqpkiuhHI/AAAAAAAAIzg/SHAbCS-hz3Q/s1600/IMG_1357.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dGTCjqvl76k/VSzqpkiuhHI/AAAAAAAAIzg/SHAbCS-hz3Q/s1600/IMG_1357.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KZr_nnuyITQ/VSzqsRzfg8I/AAAAAAAAIzo/NeSLX2vsdxI/s1600/IMG_1358.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KZr_nnuyITQ/VSzqsRzfg8I/AAAAAAAAIzo/NeSLX2vsdxI/s1600/IMG_1358.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The products, themselves, have come in a cloth, drawstring bag which I liked the look of. Inside my Birchbox. The product I was most disappointed with, was the Laura Mercier eye pencil. It came blunt and when I sharpened it to swatch,&nbsp;I found the pencil to be extremely hard and had no colour payoff. I'm not sure if I got a bad one or if this is the texture of the pencils. The LOLA nail polish is a beautiful coral colour that will look lovely around this time of the year and I intend to apply it on my fingernails soon. I've been using the Cleanse and Polish for years, but this size tube is perfect for taking on holiday.I have not, yet, tried the face mask, hair oil or balm but will update on those when I have. Look out for those on </span><a href="http://www.twitter.com/nikitabatavia"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Twitter</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Nikita x</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-9849996080721661242015-04-13T07:00:00.001+01:002015-04-13T14:55:35.120+01:00Huge Beauty Haul<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zYEif3e3jbQ/VSqa-l_3nsI/AAAAAAAAIyg/jduISmTM8x8/s1600/IMG_1360_2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zYEif3e3jbQ/VSqa-l_3nsI/AAAAAAAAIyg/jduISmTM8x8/s1600/IMG_1360_2.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I'm back today with a huge beauty haul. I've recently taken one too many visits to Boots and have been buying bits and bobs each time. I thought I'd combine them together and show you what I've bought.&nbsp;</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I also took advantage of a discount code I had from MAC that gave me free next day delivery and a free gift with my purchase.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BOF-ROfBkd0/VSk6SkFRLEI/AAAAAAAAIvs/sK27EAn-UQI/s1600/IMG_1363_2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BOF-ROfBkd0/VSk6SkFRLEI/AAAAAAAAIvs/sK27EAn-UQI/s1600/IMG_1363_2.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">First up are some hair products. I got the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bumble-and-bumble-Surf-Spray-125ml_1276101/">Surf Spray</a> from Bumble and Bumble as I have naturally wavy hair and have never tried a product like this. The Bumble &amp; Bumble stand at Boots had an offer where you got 2 samples with any purchase so I got given the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bumble-and-bumble-Thickening-Hairspray-250ml_1276099/">Thickening Spray</a> and the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bumble-and-bumble-Straight-Blow-Dry-60ml_1276793/">Straight Blow Dry cream</a>.&nbsp;</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">﻿<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img alt="maybelline barrym huckleberry apple mint pink volt orange punch" border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nDG_MiD4lAo/VSpobNKI07I/AAAAAAAAIxA/V2zMOADC8ik/s1600/IMG_1395.JPG" height="320" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" title="Summer Nail Polishes" width="320" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(L-R: Sugar Candied Apple, Huckleberry, Pink Volt, Orange Punch)</td></tr></tbody></table><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nDG_MiD4lAo/VSpobNKI07I/AAAAAAAAIxA/V2zMOADC8ik/s1600/IMG_1395.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span></a>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">As we're moving onto warmer and brighter months and I realised that most of the nail polish colours that I own are quite neutral, nude or dark. I don't really have any bright colours, so I picked up these 2 from Maybelline that I think will be perfect for summer. I then picked up 2 shades from the Barry M Gelly range. I love this range from Barry M, they're so shiny, they last well on the nails and the shade range is amazing.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kQoFpnluRZU/VSpokXWkC2I/AAAAAAAAIxI/TLySlO3N-UQ/s1600/IMG_1396.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kQoFpnluRZU/VSpokXWkC2I/AAAAAAAAIxI/TLySlO3N-UQ/s1600/IMG_1396.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I then have a lip liner and eyeliner. The lip liner is a <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-Exaggerate-Lip-Liner_6938/">Rimmel Exaggerate</a> liner in the shade Red Diva. I bought this to pair with my MAC Russian Red lipstick however, I've also found that it looks beautiful alone. The eyeliner is <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-Contour-Clubbing-Eyeliner_1313124/">Bourjois Contour Clubbing</a> eyeliner in Purple Night. I love these eyeliners and have a few of the colours now. I've been enjoying a pop of colour on my waterline to pair with a neutral look and the purple brings out the brown in my eyes.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YHdfagnZBt4/VSpotJXIOJI/AAAAAAAAIxQ/h_po1CeMcgQ/s1600/IMG_1397.JPG" height="320" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="320" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(L-R: Highlighter, Crochet, Guipure, Chantilly)</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YHdfagnZBt4/VSpotJXIOJI/AAAAAAAAIxQ/h_po1CeMcgQ/s1600/IMG_1397.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">If you have read any posts by <a href="http://www.viviannadoesmakep.com/">Anna</a>, you will know that she loves the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-Healthy-Balance-Compact-Powder_1244985/">Bourjois Healthy Balance powder</a> and I've been looking for a new one so I thought I'd give it a go. I got mine in the shade Deep&nbsp;Beige. I also picked up the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Sleek-MakeUp-Blush-By-3-Palette_1395720/">Sleek Blush Trio </a>in Lace. I don't have any bright blush shades like these and although they look scary, they actually look lovely on the skin and I'm so pleased I picked it up. I picked up the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/No7-Instant-Radiance-Bronzing-Highlighter_1475889/">No7 Instant Radiance Bronzing Highlighter</a> with inspiration from a friend who was on the hunt for a cream highlighter. I realised I don't have one either and thought I'd give a drugstore one a try. It's a lovely gold colour which is really suited to my skin tone and will look lovely in the summer when everyone has a tan.</span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9XPf_NL8-mY/VSpoz6dVcoI/AAAAAAAAIxY/TNHQGoDwqEg/s1600/IMG_1398.JPG" height="320" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="320" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(L-R: All That Glitters, Statuesque, Woodwinked)</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9XPf_NL8-mY/VSpoz6dVcoI/AAAAAAAAIxY/TNHQGoDwqEg/s1600/IMG_1398.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">These eyeshadows are not new and for most of you, they probably are ones you've had in your collections for a while. The 2 <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/154/363/Products/Eyes/Shadow/Eye-Shadow/index.tmpl">MAC eyeshadows</a> are in the shades All That Glitters and Woodwinked and the third shadow is <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Seventeen-Eyeshadow-Mono-4g_1655077/">17's Eyeshadow Mono</a> Statuesque shade. They are all very similar to each other in colour; they all have gold shimmer running through them. I've been eyeing up the MAC shades for a while and finally just decided to buy them. I used to have the 17 shadow when it was in the round pot, but they have revamped their packaging now.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-PwvXEFzkVe8/VSpo5rEKsCI/AAAAAAAAIxg/UuCT0WdHgAg/s1600/IMG_1399.JPG" height="320" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="320" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(L-R: Stone, Angel, Syrup)</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I know I bought some <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/168/310/Products/Lips/Lipstick/Lipstick/index.tmpl">MAC lipsticks</a>, not too long ago, but I just had to go back for some more. I've got to warn you that they're not the most interesting shades, but I love having colours that I know I'll be able to wear a lot. I got the shades Syrup (Lustre) and Angel (Frost). These are both perfect to pair with the Soar and Whirl lip liners that I bought previously and alone. I then picked up the Stone <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/167/340/Products/Lips/Lip-Pencil/Lip-Pencil/index.tmpl">lipliner</a> that just came back in stock. I haven't used it yet, but I know that it's one to have in my collection.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IlIIjpF8wLA/VSpumYze-vI/AAAAAAAAIx4/L3TheuBmJU0/s1600/IMG_1372_2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IlIIjpF8wLA/VSpumYze-vI/AAAAAAAAIx4/L3TheuBmJU0/s1600/IMG_1372_2.JPG" height="320" width="240" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I've been on the hunt for a good drugstore concealer for quite a while now and I feel like I've tried quite a few. I do like the Maybelline Fit Me the best, so far, but I've heard some good reviews on the above 2 and thought I'd give them a go. On the left is <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Revlon-ColorStay-8482-Concealer_1312139/">Revlon Colorstay Concealer</a> in Medium Beige and on the right is <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Soap-Glory%C2%99-Kick-Ass-Concealer%C2%99-Three-Piece-Camouflage-Kit-2-x-2-6g_1243294/">Soap and Glory Kick Ass concealer</a> in Medium. I have a feeling that they Soap and Glory one might be a tad too light, but I shall update you on that soon.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LqjQ0SXYTk0/VSqRBzeN3pI/AAAAAAAAIyI/WX-HZm-BRM8/s1600/IMG_1381_2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LqjQ0SXYTk0/VSqRBzeN3pI/AAAAAAAAIyI/WX-HZm-BRM8/s1600/IMG_1381_2.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Lastly, I picked up a Boots, own brand, <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Boots-Eyeshadow-Brush_1277861/">eyeshadow brush</a> as I was looking for another brush to keep clean for blending. It's not actually the best shape for blending at all and is much more suited for placing shadow on the lid. I also managed to order another bottle of the <a href="http://uk.spacenk.com/sheer-glow-foundation/MUK200003693.html?dwvar_MUK200003693_color=UK200005272&amp;start=19&amp;cgid=SPUK3010202">Nars Sheer Glow Foundation</a> (not pictured), in Syracuse, as it had FINALLY come back in stock on the SpaceNK site.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">There you have it. I hope this was helpful and maybe you see some products you want to try out too! Let me know :) Boots currently have a 3 for 2 offer on all makeup so it's a great time to pick stuff up.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-28317550601895552462015-04-10T07:00:00.000+01:002015-04-10T09:58:15.440+01:00Product Empties<div style="text-align: center;">Hello Beauties</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Jessig_mmGk/VSOlZmnHJVI/AAAAAAAAIhk/Twf3Ydeh7xM/s1600/IMG_1280.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="product empties bobbibrown nars mac imperialleather soapandglory" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Jessig_mmGk/VSOlZmnHJVI/AAAAAAAAIhk/Twf3Ydeh7xM/s1600/IMG_1280.JPG" height="320" title="Product Empties" width="240" /></a></div>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;">I've come to the end of some products and thought I'd share those with you and what I thought of them overall.&nbsp;</div><a name='more'></a><br />1) <a href="http://uk.spacenk.com/sheer-glow-foundation/MUK200003693.html">Nars Sheer Glow</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£31.00)</i></span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">My holy grail foundation. I have never found one that matches my colour and is suited to my skin type like this one. It gives me a medium-full coverage and I also find that I can build the coverage with this foundation quite well. It is a lovely foundation and one I hope to always have in my collection.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Repurchase: Yes, yes, yes (100%)</div><br />2) <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/157/10181/Products/Face/Concealer/Pro-Longwear-Concealer/index.tmpl">MAC Pro-Longwear Concealer</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£17.00)</i></span> (Not Pictured)<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I love this concealer! It is the only concealer that doesn't crease underneath my eyes and actually lasts all day on me. This is something really important for me because I get quite dark underneath my eyes and this gives me a brighter look for as long as it's on. My only negative with this concealer is the pump that it comes with; it is so hard to get the right amount out and I always have too much product in the end, however, I like to place this on the high points of my face to highlight. If you are looking for a long lasting concealer, then I would definitely look into this one. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Repurchase: Yes. (Already have)</div><br />3) <a href="http://www.bobbibrown.co.uk/product/2572/12762/Skincare/Moisturisers/Eyes/Hydrating-Eye-Cream/index.tmpl">Bobbi Brown Hydrating Eye Cream</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£32.00)</i></span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">This is a thick, hydrating eye cream from Bobbi Brown. If I'm being totally honest, I'm not really sure how I felt about this product. It was very thick and felt nice when applied, but I'm not sure how much it helped my under eyes. It wasn't a bad under eye cream, at all, but I wasn't blown away by it.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Repurchase: Maybe someday, not for now</div><br />4) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Imperial-Leather-Signature-Blissful-Escape-Body-Wash_1514666/">Imperial Leather Signature Blissful Escape Body Wash.</a>&nbsp;<i style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: blue;">(£2.00)</span></i><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">This shower gel has to be one of the best shower gels I have ever used. It makes my skin so, incredibly, soft in the shower and has a really lovely scent as well. The best thing about this shower gel is that it is almost always on offer at Boots for £1 and full price is £2. It is worth spending money on; I have never used a shower gel where I can feel it making my skin this soft before.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Repurchase: Yes. </div><br />5) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Soap-Glory%C2%99-Orangeasm%C2%99-Body-Wash-500ml_1471306/">Soap &amp; Glory Orangasm Shower Gel</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><i>(£6.50)</i></span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">OK. This shower gel. I bought this purely because Estee said she loved it. I smelt it in store and thought it would be a really good shower gel to use in the morning, to wake me up. It smells very strongly of oranges and citrus so it definitely woke me up in the mornings and is a nice shower gel. However, I would not go near any intimate areas with this shower gel; let's just say it stings and yes I am speaking from experience. I had this shower gel for quite some time before it finished, because the bottle is so big and as time&nbsp;went on, the scent started to get even stronger so near the end of the product, I actually found my eyes stinging as I'd use this. I loved it in the beginning but not so much towards the end. For the price, I think there are better shower gels/body washes.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Repurchase: No. <br /><br />Have you tried any of these products? What are your thoughts?<br /><br />Thank you for reading<br />Nikita x</div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-70966094506928854092015-04-07T07:00:00.000+01:002015-04-07T10:40:56.321+01:00Evening out makeup<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-S5ndG6xJldE/VR0ALgoNu6I/AAAAAAAAIOk/_PS-4M0KfNg/s1600/IMG_1174.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-S5ndG6xJldE/VR0ALgoNu6I/AAAAAAAAIOk/_PS-4M0KfNg/s1600/IMG_1174.JPG" height="320" width="240" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Last weekend, I went out for a birthday at Mayfair Exchange, London. The venue is lovely and one I would recommend if you're looking to book somewhere that can hold a large number of people. I don't have any pictures of the place, unfortunately, (too busy drinking and dancing) but I thought I'd go through what I wore on my face.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><a name='more'></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-S5ndG6xJldE/VR0ALgoNu6I/AAAAAAAAIOk/_PS-4M0KfNg/s1600/IMG_1174.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Q0DI342EW6Q/VR0LF1YAYqI/AAAAAAAAIO0/jlFzrwxVUfU/s1600/IMG_1182.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Q0DI342EW6Q/VR0LF1YAYqI/AAAAAAAAIO0/jlFzrwxVUfU/s1600/IMG_1182.JPG" height="320" width="240" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Base: Nars Sheer Glow (Syracuse), MAC Pro-Longwear Concealer (NC35), Maybelline Eraser Eye (Nude), Bobbi Brown Yellow Powder.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Eyes: Urban Decay Primer Potion (Original), MAC Saddle, Barry&nbsp;M Dazzle Dust (39/Tan),&nbsp;Collection Nude Bronze Palette (Last shadow), Sleek Au Naturel palette (White and Yellow shades).</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Eyeliner: Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner (Black), Barry&nbsp;M Blue Eyeliner</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Brows: Sleek Archery Pencil (Hot Chocolate)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Lashes: Bourjois Volumizer Mascara&nbsp;(Ultra Black)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Cheeks: Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit, No7 Shimmer Brick (Rose), Nars Blush (Enrapture and Enthralled)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Lips: MAC Whirl&nbsp;liner, Bourjois Rouge Velvet (10/Don't Pink Of It)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nV-DJ5D0qNI/VR0LQBMEotI/AAAAAAAAIO8/sK2oRGdu2FM/s1600/IMG_1198.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nV-DJ5D0qNI/VR0LQBMEotI/AAAAAAAAIO8/sK2oRGdu2FM/s1600/IMG_1198.JPG" height="320" width="240" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Nikita x﻿</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-53633764707175171662015-04-04T10:33:00.000+01:002015-04-08T11:52:37.383+01:00Top 5 Mascaras<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XTeql_hmPu4/VRl2svy0UZI/AAAAAAAAIGo/zwCXRLw8cJw/s1600/IMG_1112.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XTeql_hmPu4/VRl2svy0UZI/AAAAAAAAIGo/zwCXRLw8cJw/s1600/IMG_1112.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The question I get asked the most is 'What do you use on your lashes?' so I have decided to do a post on the rundown of the top 5 mascaras that I'm loving at the moment. </span><br /><a name='more'></a><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I'm lucky to be blessed with quite long lashes, naturally, so the mascaras I go for are mainly for volume as I'm not too worried about length. I feel like I get the perfect look with these mascaras.</span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">1) </span><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/benefit-theyre-real-mascara_1231677/"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Benefit They're Real</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"> <em><span style="color: blue;">(£19.50)</span></em></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ajrGA4a8sU4/VRl5wT-cleI/AAAAAAAAIG4/LemmpGAyJkw/s1600/IMG_1137.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ajrGA4a8sU4/VRl5wT-cleI/AAAAAAAAIG4/LemmpGAyJkw/s1600/IMG_1137.JPG" height="166" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">When this first came out, there was so much hype around this product and after seeing numerous reviews, I felt like I had to join the bandwagon. I'm so glad I did because, like everyone else, I love this mascara. I like the brush that this mascara comes with, because not only is it great for adding volume, but the mini head at the top of the brush also allows you to separate the lashes nicely. </span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">2) </span><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/benefit-Roller-Lash-mascara_1654256/"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Benefit Rollerlash</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£19.50)</span></em> </span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q4x6TYzCaHE/VRl54052QfI/AAAAAAAAIHA/khwnK3UhwL4/s1600/IMG_1138.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q4x6TYzCaHE/VRl54052QfI/AAAAAAAAIHA/khwnK3UhwL4/s1600/IMG_1138.JPG" height="119" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I've only recently got this mascara but it is so good! This could first be seen in a 'Mystery Mascara' frenzy that hit YouTube, leaving everyone guessing what it was. This gives the lashes a curl that holds, even without lash curlers, thickness, volume and is very black. This is an excellent mascara for everyone and is my favourite Benefit mascara, by far. I have been wearing this almost everyday since I got it (I only don't use it when I can't find it). This is also a great bottom lash mascara. I don't always find that all mascaras are, but the brush style on this mascara makes it really easy to coat the bottom lashes evenly without getting any on the skin underneath -need I say more!</span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">3) </span><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-Paris-Miss-Manga-Mascara-Black_1416309/"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">L'Oreal Miss Manga (Original)</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"> <em><span style="color: blue;">(£8.99)</span></em></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TPsY5G0Dv3g/VRl5--5N_-I/AAAAAAAAIHI/lYXhMcgbRWw/s1600/IMG_1139.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TPsY5G0Dv3g/VRl5--5N_-I/AAAAAAAAIHI/lYXhMcgbRWw/s1600/IMG_1139.JPG" height="198" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This mascara is so good that it's become one of my OMG products. On first use, I didn't like it because it was too wet and took a lot of work, BUT, after a 2 week drying-out period, this is a dream. One coat of this and I'm good to go and this one also works well on my bottom lashes, so I tend to reach for this for everyday when I don't have much time to get ready. </span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">4) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-Volumizer-mascara-7ml_1129273/">Bourjois Volumizer (Ultra Black)</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£10.99)</span></em></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rp_OY6staKI/VRl6Me9yCPI/AAAAAAAAIHQ/Xgbm3636t_w/s1600/IMG_1140.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rp_OY6staKI/VRl6Me9yCPI/AAAAAAAAIHQ/Xgbm3636t_w/s1600/IMG_1140.JPG" height="162" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">My favourite mascara EVER! This mascara gives me the biggest lashes and everytime I wear it, I will get someone asking me what fake lashes I have on. This is&nbsp;a 2 step mascara; the first step separating the lashes and the second, adding volume and it really works. It adds drama, length, volume and definition to the lashes in the right way. I have been using the Volumizer mascara for years and last year switched to the Ultra Black version, which is great for making the lashes stand out. I've seen a lot of mixed reviews on this product (more bad than good) as I think a lot of people find that this makes the lashes look clumpy, but if you wipe off the wand before application, you may grow to love it, like me. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div align="left" style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">5) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Bourjois-Volume-1-Seconde-mascara_1471322/">Bourjois Volume 1 seconde</a> <em><span style="color: blue;">(£9.99)</span></em></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DC-o-xgeBdE/VRl6iGx_OpI/AAAAAAAAIHY/LoLma7PJ9HM/s1600/IMG_1117.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DC-o-xgeBdE/VRl6iGx_OpI/AAAAAAAAIHY/LoLma7PJ9HM/s1600/IMG_1117.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div align="left" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">This does exactly what it says on the tube. With one&nbsp;stroke, it gives huge amounts of volume and really amps up the lashes. It's, therefore, so quick to apply and head out. My only concern with this mascara is the size of the brush; its MAHOOSIVE and so&nbsp;I constantly manage to get mascara underneath my bottom lashes aswell as on my nose/tops of the cheeks/anywhere this brush can reach. This is quite easy to get used to after a few uses and for the look it gives, it is well worth it. </span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;Hope you find this useful. Are there any suggestions on mascaras you think I should try next?</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Nikita x﻿</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-91288960873782499712015-04-01T07:00:00.000+01:002015-04-01T12:27:46.936+01:00March Favourites<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zNzCkj-1Bns/VRrEMTjw2EI/AAAAAAAAIK4/dJ0DR05o_G4/s1600/IMG_1210.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="barrym nuxe clarins kiehls autograph rosie " border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zNzCkj-1Bns/VRrEMTjw2EI/AAAAAAAAIK4/dJ0DR05o_G4/s1600/IMG_1210.JPG" height="320" title="March Favourites" width="240" /></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I'm back again with another Favourites post. This is just a list of the products that I have been loving through the month of March and have been using a lot. </span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a name='more'></a></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">1) <a href="http://www.kiehls.co.uk/skin-care/midnight-recovery-concentrate">Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£36)</span></em> - I am writing an in depth post on this aswell, but in brief, I have fallen in love with this product. It has really helped my skin in looking fresh and bright. I use this at night and in the morning my skin looks a lot brighter and healthy. It sounds cliche, but this really does give you a glow overnight and you dont need a lot of product at all. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">2) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Barry-M-Speedy-quick-dry-nail-paint-10ml_1655138/">Barry M Speedy Dry Nail Polish</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: blue;"><em>(£3.99)</em></span> in Eat My Dust and Pit Stop - I featured Eat My Dust in my <a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/03/current-nail-polish-faves.html">current nail faves</a>, but I have also been loving Pit Stop. I have swapped between these 2 colours through the month and nothing else. Eat My Dust is a baby blue and Pit Stop a muted grey/taupe with purple undertones. I have been really enjoying wearing these for the transition into Spring where the weather's been a little brighter but still cold.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">3) <a href="http://uk.spacenk.com/reve-de-miel-lip-balm/MUK200004892.html">Nuxe Reve de Miel Lip Balm</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£9.50)</span></em> - I have mentioned this in my <a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/03/current-lip-faves.html">Lip Faves</a> and <a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/03/morning-skincare-routine.html">Morning Skincare Routine</a>. It is honestly the best lip balm I have ever tried and I am so glad that I discovered it. I don't think I will ever buy another lip balm again. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">4) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Clarins-Pure-Melt-Cleansing-Gel_53813/">Clarins Pure Melt Cleansing Gel</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(£20.50)</span></em> - This was another discovery in March and another one I am so glad for. I was looking for a morning cleanser, but not an exfoliator and had heard so much about this that I thought I would give it a go. It's a really nice cleanser for the morning, leaving my skin fresh and clean without feeling dry or tight. For more information see my post <a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/03/morning-skincare-routine.html">here</a>.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">5) <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/BarryM-Chisel-Cheeks_1672144">Barry M Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit</a>&nbsp; <em><span style="color: blue;">(£6.49) </span></em>- I posted this on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/nikitabatavia">Instagram</a> when I got it and it got so many likes, so I'm guessing it's popular with a lot of people. I love this contour kit. It has a warm brown, cool brown and highlight shade. For everyday, I use a mix of the warm and cool browns as seen here. For an evening look I will use the cool brown with the Real Techniques&nbsp;Bold Metals 301 Brush and then blend out with the warm brown.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">6) <a href="http://www.marksandspencer.com/eau-de-parfum-30ml/p/p22355259">Rosie for Autograph - EDP 30ml</a>&nbsp;<em><span style="color: blue;">(</span><span style="color: blue;">£14)</span></em> -&nbsp;This is a bit of a strange fragrance for me. When I first smelt it, from the bottle, I loved it, so I sprayed it on me. As the day went on, the different scents were really coming through. It's made from Rose Oil and this is the fragrance I dislike. I am not a fan of a heavy rose scent at all, so it might seem like a bit of an odd choice for a monthly favourite but it really is lovely. It definitely has a rose, floral&nbsp;scent but it's mixed with a light, fresh, sweetness at the same time. I'm not very good at describing scents at all but you should definitely have a spritz and let it sit on you for the day before buying. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Non-Beauty Favourites: First up are the Nakd Cashew Cookie Bars. I can't even describe how delicious these are. I have one everyday after lunch as it's really sweet and fills that sugar craving. It's made up of only cashew nuts and dates and therefore is not unhealthy for you. I have also gone back to loving music from the artist Banks. She has such a lovely voice and it's one I've been playing on my spotify through the month. Lastly, I have been loving the Jelly Belly Bean Reed Diffuser in Mango; the scent is amazing and fills the whole room.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">What have some of your favourites been in the month of March? I'd love to know.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Thank you for reading</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Nikita x</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-71935423637063634492015-03-29T10:30:00.000+01:002015-03-30T09:14:21.074+01:00MAC Lip Collection<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I thought that I would share my MAC lip product collection with you today. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xeZ3mYBHiLs/VQq2ozb1_FI/AAAAAAAAHjU/9CuYPhZ0Y58/s1600/IMG_0988.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xeZ3mYBHiLs/VQq2ozb1_FI/AAAAAAAAHjU/9CuYPhZ0Y58/s1600/IMG_0988.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">If you follow me on </span><a href="http://www.twitter.com/nikitabatavia"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Twitter</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">, you will see that last weekend I announced MAC had Whirl and Soar lip liners back in stock, online, aswell as Velvet Teddy lipstick. If you haven't been too involved with the beauty world, then as an FYI, these products have been out of stock for a while after it was revealed that they were used by Kylie Jenner to create her famous (much bigger) lips that were the 'perfect' neutral shade.</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I always loved the look of MAC lip products, but felt that they were quite expensive and had trouble deciding which, one or two, shades to go for. I chose to go for shades that I know I would get a lot of wear out of, so my collection is very neutral with a pop of colour and boldness aswell. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ieyXePBnlIU/VQq5EX7268I/AAAAAAAAHjg/6AMoHfDeoX0/s1600/IMG_0991.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ieyXePBnlIU/VQq5EX7268I/AAAAAAAAHjg/6AMoHfDeoX0/s1600/IMG_0991.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">When I got the&nbsp;email from MAC, I grabbed my laptop, ready for the long awaited purchase of all 3 items! I also thought I should add a few of the other lipsticks that I had my eye on whilst telling myself it was just to get the price high enough for free delivery (you know you've done this too), so I ended up with&nbsp;5 lipsticks and 3 lip liners. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strong><u><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The Liners</span></u></strong></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-oAD7siE5dCQ/VQq-ra24SHI/AAAAAAAAHkA/0YDEQNDT0LM/s1600/IMG_0992.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-oAD7siE5dCQ/VQq-ra24SHI/AAAAAAAAHkA/0YDEQNDT0LM/s1600/IMG_0992.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The 3 liners that I got are in the shades&nbsp;Whirl, Soar and Spice (I&nbsp;totally had my mind on the famous KJ lips with this choice). Whirl is a browny-pink neutral, Soar is a more of a dusty-pink neutral and Spice is a brown neutral. The texture of the liners is somewhere in the middle of being hard and creamy, allowing you to get a precise line on the outside of your lips and being able to fill them in without any dragging. This is a great formula for me, because I often switch between either lining the lips or wearing the liner as a stand alone product on the lips. Before purchasing these, I had tried to find drugstore alternatives/any alternatives, as these are, almost, always sold out in MAC stores and online, however, the dupes I had are actually not the same shades at all (oops). I was therefore very happy to be able to have the actual shades in my collection. They are all matte when worn alone, however, I have tried them all with the lipstick I got from the </span><a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/03/mac-cinderella-collection.html"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Cinderella collection</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"> and they look wonderful.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><u><strong><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">The Lipsticks</span></strong></u></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G-puz_wqfv8/VQrFhBrR-GI/AAAAAAAAHkQ/W3ZxCkPM48A/s1600/IMG_1010.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G-puz_wqfv8/VQrFhBrR-GI/AAAAAAAAHkQ/W3ZxCkPM48A/s1600/IMG_1010.JPG" height="276" width="320" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-GlpsHHFXwGs/VQrFpyeSbaI/AAAAAAAAHkY/3f8DF_HjTLw/s1600/IMG_0996.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-GlpsHHFXwGs/VQrFpyeSbaI/AAAAAAAAHkY/3f8DF_HjTLw/s1600/IMG_0996.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I ended up with 3 matte shades and 2 satin finishes (which are my favourite finish). The satin shades are&nbsp;Twig and Brave and the matte shades are Velvet Teddy, Please Me and Russian Red. The 4 in the&nbsp;first picture,&nbsp;are all beautiful, neutral&nbsp;shades that I am absolutely obsessed with right now.&nbsp; I think neutral shades suit me the most&nbsp;and makes my lips look better without looking too in-your-face. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Everytime I go to look at the lipstick stands in a MAC store, I pick out Brave and Twig and didn't feel like I should complete my order without them. They are very similar in shade; a dusty rose, but Twig is slightly darker than Brave. They both compliment Whirl and Soar lip liners really well or can be worn alone. I then chose Please Me, which is a shade that was recommended to me by a follower, who swears by the colour for a skintone similar to mine. It's definitely a lot of a lighter pink than the other 2 lipsticks and reminds me of Rimmel's lip liner in East End Snob which I wear regularly. This is a Matte finish, and with the&nbsp;brighter seasons approaching, I will be getting a lot of use out of this.&nbsp;I then have Velvet Teddy described as a matte deep beige shade, which is totally true. I had never seen this in store before purchasing, but got caught in the hype around it and am so glad. I love this colour because it's so easy to wear and I think it looks lovely on so many different skintones, though I haven't seen it be used on someone who's extremely fair or extremely dark. To get the KJ lip, I've read that this lipstick is used along Soar lip liner, so I will definitely be giving that a go soon however, I paired this lipstick with Spice liner and loved the look.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pURNFRibr7M/VQsNIFcOIhI/AAAAAAAAHks/ydQNKop3jk4/s1600/IMG_1025.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pURNFRibr7M/VQsNIFcOIhI/AAAAAAAAHks/ydQNKop3jk4/s1600/IMG_1025.JPG" height="161" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">(L-R: Spice, Velvet Teddy, Soar, Twig, Brave, Whirl, Please Me)</span></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;For the final lipstick; my pop of colour, I went with Russian Red. This is a much brighter red than any that I have in collection. I have tried it on the lips once and loved it! I have to say that this colour has made me want to look at the bolder, brighter colours that MAC has to offer (watch this space)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-akeksrVK3hw/VQsOEwxYf6I/AAAAAAAAHk0/P58EVXrpKe8/s1600/IMG_0999.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-akeksrVK3hw/VQsOEwxYf6I/AAAAAAAAHk0/P58EVXrpKe8/s1600/IMG_0999.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">(Russian Red)</span></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">In terms of texture, I have not found the matte colours to be overdrying at all, which is so nice. Although, saying that, I have been slathering on my Nuxe lip balm morning and night; more details on that </span><a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/03/current-lip-faves.html"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">here</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">. The satins are my favourite texture I think, but I am intrigued to try the Amplified/Amplified Cremes.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hope you enjoyed that. I would love to know what some of your favourites are from MAC and which would&nbsp;make your collection.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-70482286077024700782015-03-26T07:30:00.000+00:002015-03-26T09:15:07.369+00:00Haircare Routine<div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qR1uqmTvUr8/VQ4JGftfcXI/AAAAAAAAH1U/IZM1jtko-yQ/s1600/IMG_1102.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qR1uqmTvUr8/VQ4JGftfcXI/AAAAAAAAH1U/IZM1jtko-yQ/s1600/IMG_1102.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Recently, I've had quite a few comments and questions about my hair and what I use, so I thought I'd&nbsp;tell you about my&nbsp;haircare routine. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">For reference, my hair can get quite flat and after a day or two of washing, it tends to get greasy at the roots. It's generally quite normal. </span><br /><a name='more'></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">To wash my hair, I have been using the Head and Shoulders Thick and Strong <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Head-Shoulders-Shampoo-Thick-Strong-500ml_1388266/">Shampoo</a><span style="color: blue;">(£4.99)</span> and <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Head-Shoulders-Conditioner-Thick-Strong-400ml_1388268/">Conditioner</a><span style="color: blue;">(4.99)</span>. I have been using this for a few months now and have to say I've really been enjoying it. I don't have a problem with dandruff or flaky scalp, but I had read a lot of reviews on this range that said there's a difference noted in the thickness of the hair and that's what I was after. When I was younger I used to have the thickest, albeit bushiest, hair but as I've grown older (and applied mountain high temperatures of heat to it), my hair has gotten a little thinner and ALOT flatter. I, therefore, search for any product that can give my mane the look of being fuller. This shampoo and conditioner definitely makes my hair look like it has a lot more volume than in reality and I would definitely recommend it if that's something you've been looking for in your haircare, plus it smells really nice (another must for my shampoo and conditioner). </span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t-m8vxoERZM/VQ4JVlXV6fI/AAAAAAAAH1c/OXV2lz96hns/s1600/IMG_1099.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t-m8vxoERZM/VQ4JVlXV6fI/AAAAAAAAH1c/OXV2lz96hns/s1600/IMG_1099.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">I usually wash my hair every 3/4 days with the Head and Shoulders and then, once a week, I like using a clarifying shampoo to really get that clean feeling. I had looked for Bumble &amp; Bumble Sunday Shampoo for a while, but it was sold out everywhere, so I chose the alternative of <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/TRESemme-Cleanse-Renew-Deep-Cleansing-Shampoo-500ml_14756/">Tresemme Deep Cleansing Shampoo</a><span style="color: blue;">(£3.89)</span>. I do like this shampoo, but I don't know if I feel like I necessary get a very clean feeling when using it. Like most clarifying shampoos, it tends to make my hair a little drier than normal and so I've been using a little bit of <a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/03/coconut-oil.html">coconut oil</a> in my hair before washing, as well as my conditioner.</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-S8ZUFKU4xgE/VQ4JdaoEyUI/AAAAAAAAH1k/fWA3OUNgL1s/s1600/IMG_1101.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-S8ZUFKU4xgE/VQ4JdaoEyUI/AAAAAAAAH1k/fWA3OUNgL1s/s1600/IMG_1101.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">After washing my hair, I like to apply some sort of moroccon/argan oil to my hair. At the moment, I am enjoying using the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/OGX-Renewing-Moroccan-Argan-Oil-Penetrating-Oil-100ml_1274124/">Organix Renewing Moroccan Argan Oil</a><span style="color: blue;">(£6.99)</span>. Adding this type of oil to damp hair has been making my hair so soft and I have been using one for about 2 years now. I apply a small amount of oil from the mid-lengths to ends of my hair when damp. If you suffer from drier ends then I would say to try this tip and see if you notice a difference but be careful to not&nbsp;apply too much as this would weigh your hair down. I also like using the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Dove-Advanced-Hair-Series-Oxygen-Moisture-Root-Lift-Spray-125ml_1498715/">Dove Oxygen Root Lift spray</a><span style="color: blue;">(£6.99) </span><span style="color: black;">for some added volume</span>. Now, the Head and Shoulders Thick and Strong range does actually have a spray like this, so that might be a good one to use, to complete the collection (I don't really know why I didn't get that one, I just picked this one up when I saw it). The bottle instructs you to spray around 12 squirts, to the roots, at the top of your head, but I just spray as much as I think necessary and then brush through.&nbsp;</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">For a hair brush, the only one I use is the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Tangle-Teezer_1189452/">Tangle Teezer</a><span style="color: blue;">(£10.99)</span>. This is amazing and I totally swear by it, as it's the only brush that will glide through my hair, without getting stuck half way through. I then use the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Aussie-Miracle-Recharge-Leave-in-Conditioner-Spray-Take-The-Heat-250ml_1388278/">Aussie Heat Protectant</a><span style="color: blue;">(£4.49)</span>&nbsp;as I like to use heat in my hair quite a lot and this also acts as a leave-in conditioner which helps with&nbsp;the knots and tangles. After applying these 3 products, I then go in with my hair dryer&nbsp;and rough dry my hair on a medium heat. I like to, also, turn my head upside down and dry the hair to add volume (this really does work) about half way through drying. For a sleeker look, I&nbsp;will run through my hair with the tangle teezer whilst drying aswell. I have tried a paddle brush to do this, but I found that my hair just ended up in knots and made the process even longer.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">There you have it - the products that go into my haircare routine. What are some of your favourite products for your hair?</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br />Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504714072947555460.post-70470993340269804042015-03-23T07:30:00.000+00:002015-03-23T14:01:34.503+00:00Morning Skincare Routine<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Hello Beauties</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ksyFS5147No/VQ4Jm5bx4WI/AAAAAAAAH1s/jutigHBYc3w/s1600/IMG_1105.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="garnier skincare loreal clarins origins kiehls nuxe cream morning" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ksyFS5147No/VQ4Jm5bx4WI/AAAAAAAAH1s/jutigHBYc3w/s1600/IMG_1105.JPG" height="320" title="" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><a name='more'></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">One of my first posts was my </span><a href="http://www.nikitabatavia.com/2015/02/evening-skin-care-routine.html"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Evening Skincare Routine</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"> and it's been my most popular post, to date so today I thought I'd share my morning routine with you. I had actually written and saved this, ready to publish, a while ago, but since then my routine has changed quite a lot so I decided to just do a whole new post. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">If you've read any of my earlier posts, then you will know that I have normal/dry, dehydrated skin in general. I rarely ever get spots and if I do then it's because my skin hasn't agreed with a product. Recently though, my skin has gone from just dry to extremely dry, especially in my T-Zone, so I've had to change the products that I use in the mornings.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-P2BnMZCi0ic/VQ4J1Yg4kVI/AAAAAAAAH10/F1bs5KBtDaQ/s1600/IMG_1103.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="garnier clarins loreal cleanser toner micellar water" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-P2BnMZCi0ic/VQ4J1Yg4kVI/AAAAAAAAH10/F1bs5KBtDaQ/s1600/IMG_1103.JPG" height="240" title="" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Generally, I love being in bed in the mornings and only seem to wake up, just in time for a quick cleanse, get ready and go. For these types of morning, I just use my </span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Garnier-Micellar-Cleansing-Water-400ml_1440752/">Garnier Cleansing&nbsp;Micellar Water</a><span style="color: blue;">(£4.99)</span>&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">on a cotton pad to remove any residue from the night before.&nbsp;I like this micellar water as it leaves my skin feeling clean but not tight at all, it just does the job although it smells rather weird. On the weekends and days where I've actually woken up on time, I like to use</span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Clarins-Pure-Melt-Cleansing-Gel_53813/">Clarin's Pure Melt Cleansing Gel</a><span style="color: blue;">(£9.50)</span>. It is used on dry skin and when you begin to massage it, into the skin, it then turns into an oil and at this point I like to wipe it off with a damp muslin cloth. I then go in with the </span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-Paris-Skin-Perfection-Velvety-Soft-Toner-200ml_1222751/">L'oreal Skin Perfection Velvety-Soft Toner</a><span style="color: blue;">(£3.99)</span></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">&nbsp;(really selling it with the name) on a cotton pad and run that all over my face too. I had heard some good things about this toner and when I purchased it, a few months ago, it was on offer at Boots for under £3 so I gave it a shot. It feels nice on the skin and it smells so nice, but I don't know if I would say that it made my skin softer at all. For&nbsp;a toner, it's quite thick in consistency, which I actually liked and it also means you don't need a lot of product to work with.&nbsp;</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">For the past couple of weeks I have been testing out the </span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Origins-Original-Skin-Renewal-Serum-30ml_1673145/">Origins Original Skin Renewal&nbsp;Serum</a><span style="color: blue;">(£32)</span></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"> which is meant to rejuvenate your skin and make it look healthy again. That's exactly what I've been needing recently and I have to admit that I do see a bit of a difference with this serum. It's brought some life back to my, otherwise, rather dull complexion without adding any shimmer or glitter. I usually just apply one pump of this and distribute it all over the face. It is quite an expensive serum, but I have noticed difference in the way my skin looks after just one week, so I would say it' s worth it if you feel like your skin has been looking a bit dull. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-t3hMHf43kfs/VQ4J__AmX_I/AAAAAAAAH18/zaAEqSmTjgc/s1600/IMG_1104.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="origins nuxe kiehls serum moisturiser lipbalm eye cream" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-t3hMHf43kfs/VQ4J__AmX_I/AAAAAAAAH18/zaAEqSmTjgc/s1600/IMG_1104.JPG" height="240" title="" width="320" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">For moisturiser, I've been enjoying using the </span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="https://uk.nuxe.com/creme-fraiche-de-beaute/creme-fraiche-de-beaute-enrichie-a-rich-24hr-hydrating-and-soothing-cream-intensive-moisture-nourishing-jar-50-ml-en-337">Nuxe Creme Fraiche de Beaute</a><span style="color: blue;">(£25)&nbsp;</span></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">for Dry Skin. This is a really thick moisturiser which I don't usually like wearing during the day as it can tend to feel quite heavy on the skin. However, with the dry patches on my face, this is exactly what I've been needing and it offers a good base for my makeup aswell. When using this moisturiser, I find that my foundation doesn't cling onto the dry patches (definite plus point). I then use the </span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.kiehls.co.uk/skin-care/by-category/eyes-lips/powerful-wrinkle-reducing-eye-cream">Kiehl's Powerful Wrinkle Reducing Eye Cream</a><span style="color: blue;">(£32)</span></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">. I had initially set out to get the Avocado eye cream as there are so many great reviews out there, however, when I explained to the store assistant what I was looking for, he recommended me this one. I use a small amount and dot it along the eye bone to add some hydration to my under eyes. I was advised to stick to just the bone and not to apply the cream to the skin directly underneath the eye, as excess amounts can actually cause puffiness and melanola (little white bumps). If you've been using an eye cream and have experienced any of those 2, it could be that you're, in fact, using too much eye cream. After applying some of my favourite </span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"><a href="https://uk.nuxe.com/reve-de-miel-en-117/reve-de-miel-ultra-nourishing-lip-balm-hydrating-lip-balm-nourishes-repairs-and-protects-jar-15ml">Nuxe Reve de Miel</a><span style="color: blue;">(£9.50)</span></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;"> lip balm, my routine is complete. I've been enjoying this routine a lot and have seen great improvements to my skin over the past 3/4 weeks.</span> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;">﻿</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">What are some of your favourite skincare products to use? Let me know in the comments or tweet me (@nikitabatavia) </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Thank you for reading</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Trebuchet MS&quot;, sans-serif;">Nikita x</span></div>Nikita Bataviahttps://plus.google.com/104578907935355556319noreply@blogger.com6